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X23 AAK

2008 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

86,794 mi
Last recorded86,794 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX23 AAK
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 86,794 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust section corroded and blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear exhaust back box heat shield insecure

front exhaust flanges to both cats corroded

Fail 5 Mar 2026 86,794 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust section corroded and blowing slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens faded (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens faded (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear exhaust back box heat shield insecure

front exhaust flanges to both cats corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2025 79,648 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 72,684 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 67,968 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 63,262 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 60,226 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 57,453 miles

front number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 24 Jan 2020 49,099 miles

front number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 Feb 2019 42,876 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 42,876 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 40,734 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 38,043 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 33,452 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 29,243 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 24,747 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 16,233 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 15,620 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 14,498 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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X23 AAK 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 89.5%.

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 X23 AAK, 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 X23 AAK registered?

X23 AAK is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is X23 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X23 AAK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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