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YH08 CZC

2008 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,791 mi
Last recorded127,791 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 CZC
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 127,791 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

parking brake imbalanced

Fail 4 Feb 2026 127,747 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2x on edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

parking brake imbalanced

Pass 7 Feb 2025 118,761 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 109,382 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4/5mm left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 100,331 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 91,183 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 80,378 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 71,634 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 61,530 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 58,289 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 54,078 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 50,823 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 50,823 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 47,832 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Apr 2014 44,531 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Apr 2013 41,518 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 38,945 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 32,191 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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YH08 CZC is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YH08 CZC, 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 YH08 CZC registered?

YH08 CZC is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is YH08 CZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH08 CZC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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