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LG08 CGE

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

108,888 mi
Last recorded108,888 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 CGE
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 108,888 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2026 108,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears on 2.0 mm / 225,45w17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 105,597 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 102,731 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 97,669 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 85,794 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 79,909 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 71,010 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 66,098 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 66,098 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 May 2017 61,482 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 57,706 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 54,367 miles

1 x battery clamp/bracket missing.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2014 48,532 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 44,572 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 38,528 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,999 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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LG08 CGE is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LG08 CGE, 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 LG08 CGE registered?

LG08 CGE is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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