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YR08 PYB

2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,410 mi
Last recorded132,410 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto74,667 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 PYB
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 SE Auto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 132,410 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 128,515 miles

Front number plate deteriorating

Pass 21 Dec 2023 125,805 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 121,050 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 116,532 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 113,206 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 107,290 miles

Nearside Front radiator leaking anti-freeze

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 99,853 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 93,895 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 1 Dec 2016 85,664 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 67,017 miles

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

front wipers poor

Pass 16 Nov 2013 55,554 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)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 41,375 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 27,359 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 23,581 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 23,438 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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YR08 PYB 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 100%.

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 YR08 PYB, 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 YR08 PYB registered?

YR08 PYB is a 2008 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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