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RF08 LHR

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,444 mi
Last recorded69,444 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 LHR
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 69,444 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 68,136 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 67,341 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 66,436 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 64,643 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 63,881 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 61,583 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 58,897 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 56,798 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 51,990 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 51,990 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 48,049 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 42,706 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 35,219 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2012 30,005 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2011 23,568 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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RF08 LHR is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RF08 LHR, 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

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What year was RF08 LHR registered?

RF08 LHR is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is RF08 LHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 LHR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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