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ML08 CXN

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,391 mi
Last recorded91,391 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 CXN
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 91,391 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 91,391 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 85,976 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 81,982 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 78,137 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 74,638 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 73,100 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn to 3 mm approximately, both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn to 3 mm approximately, both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 68,152 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 65,641 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 61,924 miles

engine & under trays

Pass 2 Feb 2016 57,980 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 53,553 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Feb 2015 53,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2014 45,205 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 37,897 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 30,200 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 21,622 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 21,622 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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 CXN 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 83.3%.

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 ML08 CXN, 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 ML08 CXN?

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What year was ML08 CXN registered?

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

Is ML08 CXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML08 CXN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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