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FP08 JUU

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,619 mi
Last recorded61,619 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 JUU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 61,619 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 61,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 56,674 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 56,674 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 52,135 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 52,135 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 48,302 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2022 48,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 46,229 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 46,229 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 44,108 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 41,187 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 37,656 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 34,726 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 31,667 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 28,604 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 4 Apr 2014 26,027 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 23,502 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 23,445 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 20,779 miles

front brake discs are lipped and brake pads are getting low

Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,999 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250?

Based on 212,901 MOT tests across 13,468 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
5,477
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
13,468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,643
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,610
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,441
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1,159
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FP08 JUU is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 66,274 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus IS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,643 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP08 JUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP08 JUU registered?

FP08 JUU is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FP08 JUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 JUU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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