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NT08 DMO

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

108,614 mi
Last recorded108,614 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT08 DMO
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 108,614 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 108,468 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2023 98,376 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 88,693 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 77,371 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 66,539 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 54,636 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 46,366 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 39,707 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 33,858 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 33,858 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 26,391 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 20,750 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Feb 2014 20,750 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2013 16,875 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2012 13,926 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 1 Mar 2011 10,633 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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NT08 DMO is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NT08 DMO, 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 NT08 DMO registered?

NT08 DMO is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is NT08 DMO safe to buy?

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