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LT08 VPU

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,739 mi
Last recorded68,739 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 VPU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 68,739 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 68,739 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2025 67,171 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 64,490 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 62,775 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 60,952 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 59,201 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 57,240 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 54,616 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 51,717 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 45,399 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 43,211 miles

child seat fitted to nsr not allowing full insp of the belt

Pass 18 Feb 2015 42,013 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Feb 2014 39,412 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Feb 2013 37,631 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Feb 2012 35,412 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,662 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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LT08 VPU is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LT08 VPU, 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

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What year was LT08 VPU registered?

LT08 VPU is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LT08 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT08 VPU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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