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KL08 GUF

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

212,799 mi
Last recorded212,799 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 GUF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 212,799 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 212,777 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 188,473 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 145,185 miles

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff slightly leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 120,081 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 90,946 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 78,371 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 75,124 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Under trays fitted.

Pass 29 Jun 2018 69,413 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 63,782 miles

Engine cover under tray.

Under trays fitted.

Pass 9 Jul 2016 58,921 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Jul 2016 58,921 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 51,757 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 48,072 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 43,848 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 38,607 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2012 29,688 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Mar 2011 19,660 miles

both front tyres worn to limit

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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KL08 GUF is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KL08 GUF, 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 KL08 GUF registered?

KL08 GUF is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is KL08 GUF safe to buy?

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