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WN08 KKJ

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

134,973 mi
Last recorded134,973 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN08 KKJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 134,973 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 134,973 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 128,538 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Underbody surface corrosion

Undertray fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Dec 2023 122,837 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 114,660 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2021 104,481 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 99,152 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2019 93,908 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 89,491 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 86,202 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 86,202 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 84,115 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 79,569 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 74,644 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 65,478 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 58,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 58,930 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 48,016 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 35,524 miles

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

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

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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WN08 KKJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WN08 KKJ, 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 WN08 KKJ registered?

WN08 KKJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is WN08 KKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN08 KKJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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