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GF08 WKP

2008 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,483 mi
Last recorded79,483 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 WKP
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 79,483 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 75,728 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 71,220 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 66,045 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 63,711 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 63,711 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 61,700 miles

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 60,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides lenses UV damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 57,285 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 53,875 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 49,688 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2017 49,688 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 46,883 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 42,936 miles

Both rear tyre valve stems starting to deteriorate

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 42,936 miles

Both rear tyre valve stems starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 Jun 2014 38,468 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 34,842 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 30,516 miles

Nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit (2MM)

Offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit (2-3MM)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 26,472 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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GF08 WKP is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GF08 WKP, 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 GF08 WKP registered?

GF08 WKP is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 3 May 2008.

Is GF08 WKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 WKP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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