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RV08 WPF

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

154,795 mi
Last recorded154,795 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 WPF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 154,795 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 154,795 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 129,610 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Jan 2017 129,610 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 111,711 miles

Offside steering rack has play inner joint

Fail 26 Feb 2016 111,711 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside steering rack has play inner joint

Pass 27 Feb 2015 91,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 70,864 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 57,697 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 43,718 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 30,981 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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RV08 WPF is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV08 WPF, 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 RV08 WPF registered?

RV08 WPF is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is RV08 WPF safe to buy?

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