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HJ08 SYO

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,028 mi
Last recorded155,028 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 SYO
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 155,028 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 134,645 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 134,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 112,225 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 92,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 91,337 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 83,566 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 83,566 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 77,243 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 70,058 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 56,656 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 42,757 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 29,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

edges worn on o/s/f tyre

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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HJ08 SYO is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HJ08 SYO, 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 HJ08 SYO registered?

HJ08 SYO is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is HJ08 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ08 SYO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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