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LXZ 1613

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

175,250 mi
Last recorded175,250 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXZ 1613
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 175,250 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 173,125 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 170,832 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 170,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 164,552 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 164,552 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached nut loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 160,668 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 160,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 152,806 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 142,392 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 132,428 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 127,777 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 121,328 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 112,296 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 99,763 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2013 87,606 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 78,054 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 78,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 63,315 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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LXZ 1613 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 LXZ 1613, 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 LXZ 1613?

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What year was LXZ 1613 registered?

LXZ 1613 is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is LXZ 1613 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXZ 1613 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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