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DG58 SXZ

2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

119,638 mi
Last recorded119,638 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto74,667 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 SXZ
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 SE Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 119,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 119,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 109,379 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade is worn

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 109,243 miles

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front wiper blade is worn

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 Apr 2015 90,008 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 23 Apr 2015 90,006 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 23 Apr 2014 71,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake pads slightly worn

top engine cover and scuttle covers slightly loose

Fail 23 Apr 2014 71,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake pads slightly worn

top engine cover and scuttle covers slightly loose

Pass 16 Jan 2013 50,093 miles

Engine oil on minimum.

Pass 24 Jan 2012 32,677 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 250 SE Auto?

Based on 4,771 MOT tests across 324 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
5,871
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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DG58 SXZ is a 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 74,667 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 Is 250 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG58 SXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 250 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus Is 250 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DG58 SXZ is a 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto, first registered on 25 September 2008.

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