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WU08 HHT

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,373 mi
Last recorded115,373 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 HHT
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 115,373 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 110,556 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 106,852 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 102,571 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 97,430 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 91,918 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 88,582 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 82,940 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 82,940 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 75,985 miles

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

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

coolant leak

Pass 22 Mar 2017 70,534 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 64,309 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 64,309 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 58,898 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 52,278 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 45,392 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 45,392 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 37,951 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 37,951 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 29,319 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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WU08 HHT is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WU08 HHT, 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 WU08 HHT registered?

WU08 HHT is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is WU08 HHT safe to buy?

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