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KS57 HMF

2008 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

95,601 mi
Last recorded95,601 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 HMF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 95,601 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 95,601 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 92,827 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 88,027 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 88,027 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 82,585 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 82,585 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 78,752 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 70,617 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 67,027 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 63,401 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 59,950 miles

Wipers starting to split Advise Replace.

Pass 21 Feb 2015 54,704 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 50,679 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 44,387 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 38,759 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,685 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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KS57 HMF is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KS57 HMF, 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 KS57 HMF?

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What year was KS57 HMF registered?

KS57 HMF is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is KS57 HMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 HMF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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