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R4 WXX

2008 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

89,001 mi
Last recorded89,001 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 WXX
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 89,001 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 86,970 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 84,408 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 81,001 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 78,121 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 75,035 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 71,205 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 69,621 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 66,167 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 62,866 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 53,728 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 49,859 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 41,446 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Aug 2013 41,419 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 41,329 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2012 33,614 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 25,014 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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R4 WXX is a 2008 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

The most common reason a Lexus IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R4 WXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus IS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R4 WXX registered?

R4 WXX is a 2008 Lexus IS300, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is R4 WXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 WXX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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