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M5 SYP

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,963 mi
Last recorded85,963 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 SYP
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 85,963 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 81,980 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 78,154 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2022 74,182 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 70,195 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 67,717 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 65,696 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 61,147 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 56,672 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 52,555 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 48,271 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 45,036 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2013 40,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 37,074 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 33,491 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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M5 SYP is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M5 SYP, 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 M5 SYP registered?

M5 SYP is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 November 2008.

Is M5 SYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 SYP shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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