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WU08 UEE

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,781 mi
Last recorded98,781 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 UEE
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 98,781 miles

Exhaust System is Corroded

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 95,422 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 12 Dec 2023 95,416 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 13 Dec 2022 90,867 miles

Exhaust corroded

Stonechip in windscreen

Pass 27 Jul 2021 88,394 miles

chips in screen

engine undercovers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 27 Jul 2021 88,394 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

chips in screen

engine undercovers fitted

n/s/f tyre close to cords on inner edge

undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2020 76,842 miles

Offside Rear tyre nailed

engine and sills and under trays fitted

exhaust corroded

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 7 Aug 2019 66,274 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 57,389 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damage customer to monitor (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate broken (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 48,726 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 39,762 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 35,957 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 31,194 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 27,738 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 24,010 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 20,305 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 20,305 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 16,144 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 UEE is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue 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 WU08 UEE, 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 UEE registered?

WU08 UEE is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WU08 UEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 UEE 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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