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S26 TFM

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,265 mi
Last recorded90,265 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS26 TFM
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 90,265 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 88,558 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 85,627 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 81,904 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 77,940 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2019 77,940 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 70,100 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 60,348 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 50,394 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 40,041 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 38,056 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 31,549 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 24,865 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 22,001 miles

cut in nsr tyre no cords visible at test

rear tyres slightly cracked perished

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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S26 TFM is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 S26 TFM, 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 S26 TFM registered?

S26 TFM is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is S26 TFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S26 TFM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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