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RY57 RSU

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

100,356 mi
Last recorded100,356 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 RSU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 100,356 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 92,573 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 84,361 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 77,698 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 66,917 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 56,464 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 50,330 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 45,721 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 40,343 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 36,052 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 28,753 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 24,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 24,457 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 21,934 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 16,233 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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RY57 RSU is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RY57 RSU, 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

How do I check the history of RY57 RSU?

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What year was RY57 RSU registered?

RY57 RSU is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is RY57 RSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY57 RSU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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