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ML08 CXC

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

96,766 mi
Last recorded96,766 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 CXC
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 96,766 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2024 96,460 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened sub frame attachment bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Front brakes imbalanced 60%, nearside front lagging (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 30 May 2023 90,798 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 86,714 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 82,828 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 82,822 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2020 82,532 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT OF 1.6 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2019 72,477 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 70,411 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel damaged

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 64,811 miles

Front reg plate poor

Offside Front heavy wear inner edge of tyre

Offside mirror faulty

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

tracking

Pass 9 Sep 2016 59,561 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged Outer edge. (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre sidewall cut.

Nearside Rear Obstruction. Could not check seat belt.

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewall cut.

Pass 9 Sep 2016 59,561 miles

Centre Rear Obstruction. Could not check seat belt.

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged Outer edge. (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre side wall cut.

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewall cut.

Pass 10 Sep 2015 54,094 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

internal adjuster used to recheck lights

Pass 10 Oct 2014 49,906 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Oct 2013 43,982 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2012 38,369 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 31,573 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 31,573 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 26,056 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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ML08 CXC is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey 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 ML08 CXC, 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 ML08 CXC registered?

ML08 CXC is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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