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LXZ 338

2009 Lexus IS250C

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

65,493 mi
Last recorded65,493 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS250C52,739 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXZ 338
MakeLexus
ModelIS250C
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 65,493 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 64,071 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

Fail 24 Mar 2025 64,049 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

Pass 27 Oct 2023 58,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has damage on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has a puncture (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 57,782 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 53,928 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 53,865 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 53,724 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 53,403 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 52,876 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 52,233 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 47,911 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 47,911 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 42,783 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 37,920 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 23,289 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 18,079 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250C?

Based on 8,328 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
3,955
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 44
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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LXZ 338 is a 2009 Lexus IS250C in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 52,739 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS250C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LXZ 338, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus IS250C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LXZ 338 registered?

LXZ 338 is a 2009 Lexus IS250C, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is LXZ 338 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXZ 338 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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