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GL57 HFD

2008 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

78,467 mi
Last recorded78,467 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 HFD
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 78,467 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 73,687 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 68,799 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 67,121 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 66,489 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 65,744 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 65,741 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 64,714 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 64,714 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 61,525 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 57,180 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 52,901 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 48,003 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 43,013 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Rear tyres cracking on outer edges of tread

Pass 13 Feb 2014 38,842 miles

os wiper slight smearing on lower edge

Pass 13 Feb 2013 35,486 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Feb 2012 29,123 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 29,123 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 21,813 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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GL57 HFD 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 GL57 HFD, 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

How do I check the history of GL57 HFD?

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What year was GL57 HFD registered?

GL57 HFD is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is GL57 HFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 HFD 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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