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MK08 DCY

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,506 mi
Last recorded134,506 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 DCY
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 134,506 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 131,633 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 129,245 miles

rear subframe rusty

Fail 23 Jul 2024 129,216 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

rear subframe rusty

Pass 10 Oct 2023 127,278 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 125,668 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 124,088 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 122,711 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 120,825 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 11 Oct 2019 120,825 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 105,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 91,094 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 73,976 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 63,125 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 54,268 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 46,368 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 37,676 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,388 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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MK08 DCY is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 MK08 DCY, 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.

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What year was MK08 DCY registered?

MK08 DCY is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is MK08 DCY safe to buy?

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