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GU08 VSL

2008 Lexus Is F

Silver Petrol 4969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,683 mi
Last recorded129,683 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is F67,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 VSL
MakeLexus
ModelIs F
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,969cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 129,683 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 125,476 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 105,220 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 96,425 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 85,475 miles

front pads wearing low

Fail 4 Mar 2016 85,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front pads wearing low

Pass 27 Feb 2015 77,774 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 72,987 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 66,619 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 50,625 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 37,174 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is F?

Based on 3,311 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
4,933
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 59
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 12
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GU08 VSL is a 2008 Lexus Is F in Silver with a 4,969cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 67,763 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is F fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU08 VSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is F typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus Is F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU08 VSL registered?

GU08 VSL is a 2008 Lexus Is F, first registered on 4 March 2008.

Is GU08 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 VSL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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