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RV58 VVC

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

163,625 mi
Last recorded163,625 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 VVC
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 163,625 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 156,810 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper unclipped

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear heat shield loose

Fail 24 Jan 2025 156,712 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected Battery negative terminal (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Bumper unclipped

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear heat shield loose

Pass 26 Jan 2024 149,432 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper unclipped but not likely to fall

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 149,372 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Bumper unclipped but not likely to fall

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 142,437 miles

Central Front wiper blade loose

Nearside Front wiper blade loose

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 142,318 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))

Central Front wiper blade loose

Nearside Front wiper blade loose

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 132,817 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 123,567 miles

Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips outside A zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 95,655 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 77,104 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 52,823 miles

Nearside Front tyre side wall damage

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

emission limits just met

engine management light on

Pass 25 Jun 2016 42,247 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 38,207 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 34,929 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 30,212 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 23,545 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,959 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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RV58 VVC is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RV58 VVC, 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 RV58 VVC registered?

RV58 VVC is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is RV58 VVC safe to buy?

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