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SM08 UNJ

2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,708 mi
Last recorded97,708 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto74,667 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 UNJ
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 SE Auto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 97,708 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 90,625 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 85,881 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2022 80,517 miles

underside and suspension covered in under sill

Fail 21 Jun 2022 80,515 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

underside and suspension covered in under sill

Pass 7 Jul 2021 79,895 miles

underside covered in under sill

Pass 16 Jul 2020 79,235 miles

brake pipe unions corroded on underside

exhaust corroded

under side corroded

Pass 20 May 2019 77,676 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 75,528 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 74,576 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 67,945 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 61,933 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 58,386 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 46,224 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 4 Jul 2012 33,405 miles

nearside front tyre tread bald on inside edge

Pass 3 Jun 2011 25,098 miles

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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SM08 UNJ is a 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto in Grey 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 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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM08 UNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM08 UNJ registered?

SM08 UNJ is a 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is SM08 UNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 UNJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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