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LL08 MFX

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

43,148 mi
Last recorded43,148 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL08 MFX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 43,148 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 40,775 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 40,775 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 38,163 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 38,136 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2023 37,538 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 34,979 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 34,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 30,839 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2018 28,486 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 28,468 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 25,430 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 22,479 miles

both front tyres slight wear on edges .

Pass 25 Jun 2015 19,727 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slght wear on both front tyres .

Fail 4 Jun 2014 14,339 miles

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 14,339 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 9,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2012 8,071 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 5,567 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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LL08 MFX is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LL08 MFX, 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 LL08 MFX registered?

LL08 MFX is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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