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GP08 TYY

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,421 mi
Last recorded69,421 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 TYY
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 69,421 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 65,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2024 65,090 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 58,105 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 58,105 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 49,250 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 47,492 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 42,654 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 33,290 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 26,858 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 23,089 miles

front head lamp lense damp inside

Pass 5 Apr 2016 19,551 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 14,660 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 9,549 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 8,999 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 7,549 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 4,946 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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GP08 TYY is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,500cc 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 GP08 TYY, 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.

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What year was GP08 TYY registered?

GP08 TYY is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 TYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 TYY 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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