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GL08 YBV

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,015 mi
Last recorded79,015 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 YBV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 79,015 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 76,783 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 74,141 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2024 74,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 71,192 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 68,658 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 66,923 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 61,607 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 57,427 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2019 57,427 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45R17W (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 54,636 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 35,396 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 32,359 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,995 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 24,894 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2013 20,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jun 2012 15,802 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres cracking

both front tyres worn low

front tyres and wheel rims damaged

Pass 27 Jun 2011 12,183 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres damaged sidewall

both front tyres starting to perish

both rear tyres cracking

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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GL08 YBV is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GL08 YBV, 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 GL08 YBV registered?

GL08 YBV is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GL08 YBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL08 YBV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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