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FY08 ELU

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

137,034 mi
Last recorded137,034 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 ELU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 137,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2025 126,420 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 119,576 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2023 117,780 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 113,186 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 109,228 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 105,708 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 105,708 miles

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 97,534 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 97,534 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 84,662 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 74,553 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 70,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 64,941 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 59,201 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 49,312 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 31,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FY08 ELU is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FY08 ELU, 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 FY08 ELU registered?

FY08 ELU is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is FY08 ELU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 ELU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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