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LB08 VDX

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 4968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

93,238 mi
Last recorded93,238 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 VDX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 93,238 miles

Nearside Outer sill damaged at both jacking points. Still structurally sound.

Offside Outer sill damaged at both jacking points. Still structurally sound.

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 87,108 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 76,739 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 69,139 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 63,609 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 59,363 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 54,264 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 49,926 miles

child seat fitted to rear seats not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Pass 15 Mar 2017 45,219 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 45,219 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 39,640 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 32,882 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 28,848 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 23,861 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 18,995 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 11,881 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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LB08 VDX is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 4,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LB08 VDX, 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 LB08 VDX registered?

LB08 VDX is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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