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Y70 MTJ

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

60,509 mi
Last recorded60,509 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY70 MTJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 60,509 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 57,963 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 55,668 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 52,986 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 50,863 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 48,550 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 46,332 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 46,332 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 44,089 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 41,272 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 38,256 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,914 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 32,385 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 27,650 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 22,395 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 18,251 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 13,400 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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Y70 MTJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 Y70 MTJ, 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 Y70 MTJ registered?

Y70 MTJ is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is Y70 MTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y70 MTJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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