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RF08 EMK

2008 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,797 mi
Last recorded17,797 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus IS25066,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 EMK
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 17,797 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 15,837 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 13,726 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 13,359 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING -245/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 12,462 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 12,420 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 12,393 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 11,052 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 11,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2017 9,991 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 8,983 miles

engine and under covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 13 May 2015 7,857 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 6,764 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 5,440 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 4,318 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2011 3,067 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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RF08 EMK is a 2008 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RF08 EMK, 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.

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What year was RF08 EMK registered?

RF08 EMK is a 2008 Lexus IS250, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is RF08 EMK safe to buy?

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