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LG08 CXJ

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,282 mi
Last recorded87,282 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG08 CXJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 87,282 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 177,131 miles

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both side (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread n/s broke (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Feb 2020 174,732 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lights need clean (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both side (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread n/s broke (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 123,852 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 113,222 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 110,915 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 103,058 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 103,058 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 87,173 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2014 68,262 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 68,262 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Feb 2013 52,546 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 40,028 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 26,177 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 26,177 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 CXJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LG08 CXJ, 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 CXJ registered?

LG08 CXJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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