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LR08 KUO

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,075 mi
Last recorded106,075 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR08 KUO
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 106,075 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 104,325 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 102,102 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 102,098 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245/45/17 avon (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2023 99,616 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 98,118 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 97,146 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2020 89,896 miles

Nearside rear tyre very close to limit.

Pass 16 Jul 2019 86,140 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 79,800 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 73,342 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 65,811 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 57,508 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 49,078 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 41,661 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 34,626 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 34,536 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 33,706 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 33,706 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,031 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

cuts in nearside front tyre in tread

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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LR08 KUO is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LR08 KUO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LR08 KUO?

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What year was LR08 KUO registered?

LR08 KUO is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is LR08 KUO safe to buy?

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