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LM08 SVT

2008 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

93,805 mi
Last recorded93,805 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 SVT
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 93,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm left. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm left. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 89,766 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2024 89,764 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front/rear. (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 86,738 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 86,735 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2022 82,912 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 78,414 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 73,579 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 69,628 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 68,288 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 65,408 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 56,371 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 49,216 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 49,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 44,175 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 38,859 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 32,004 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 27,182 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 27,143 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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LM08 SVT is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LM08 SVT, 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 LM08 SVT registered?

LM08 SVT is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is LM08 SVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 SVT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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