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RF57 YWC

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,728 mi
Last recorded93,728 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF57 YWC
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 93,728 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))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2025 93,728 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))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 86,979 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 82,001 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 78,727 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 75,657 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 71,750 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 65,463 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 61,824 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 60,119 miles

Offside Front tyre damaged on outer wall

Pass 4 Oct 2016 55,265 miles

Offside Front tyre /damage to outer wall

Pass 3 Nov 2015 50,633 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge and surface cracks between tread and damage on outer wall

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge and surface cracks between tread

front brake pads worn low

Fail 11 Nov 2014 46,142 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 46,142 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 42,223 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Nov 2012 39,650 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 May 2011 36,402 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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RF57 YWC is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black 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 RF57 YWC, 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 RF57 YWC registered?

RF57 YWC is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is RF57 YWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF57 YWC 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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