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WM57 OEF

2008 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,878 mi
Last recorded102,878 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 OEF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 102,878 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 98,426 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 93,630 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 88,343 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 83,865 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))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 77,859 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 72,341 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 64,587 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 59,787 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 59,787 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 56,485 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 56,485 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 46,150 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 43,683 miles

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Mar 2014 43,683 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Oil level low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2013 39,655 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 32,564 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 24,647 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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WM57 OEF is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Grey 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 WM57 OEF, 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 WM57 OEF registered?

WM57 OEF is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 13 February 2008.

Is WM57 OEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM57 OEF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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