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KX08 ZHO

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

124,087 mi
Last recorded124,087 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 ZHO
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 124,087 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner door handle insecure but opens door

Fail 30 Jan 2026 124,087 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner door handle insecure but opens door

Pass 3 Feb 2025 112,752 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 106,107 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 93,835 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 92,808 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 89,697 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 87,061 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 83,801 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 77,436 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 56,937 miles

PLAY IN WATER PUMP

Fail 16 Mar 2015 56,937 miles

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

PLAY IN WATER PUMP

Pass 13 Mar 2014 40,897 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 33,216 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 26,587 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 19,857 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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KX08 ZHO is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KX08 ZHO, 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

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What year was KX08 ZHO registered?

KX08 ZHO is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is KX08 ZHO safe to buy?

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