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HXZ 1279

2008 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,050 mi
Last recorded182,050 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHXZ 1279
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2026 182,050 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 176,206 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 170,224 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 163,391 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 154,937 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 143,907 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 123,521 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 114,499 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 100,285 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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HXZ 1279 is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HXZ 1279, 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 HXZ 1279?

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What year was HXZ 1279 registered?

HXZ 1279 is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is HXZ 1279 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HXZ 1279 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HXZ 1279 have outstanding finance?

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