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GX08 ZDU

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

125,611 mi
Last recorded125,611 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 ZDU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 125,611 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2025 121,375 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 113,012 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 113,012 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 111,587 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 111,587 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 108,556 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2022 108,553 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 99,382 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 94,415 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases sliencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 90,069 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 84,422 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Sep 2017 75,999 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 75,975 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 68,416 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 24,624 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 59,403 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 59,403 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 50,434 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 50,373 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 44,028 miles
Pass 30 May 2012
Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,670 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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GX08 ZDU is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX08 ZDU, 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 GX08 ZDU registered?

GX08 ZDU is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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