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Lexus Is 250 se-i auto

Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 81 real MOT tests.

Avg Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests

81

Best Year

2009 (87%)

Years Covered

2

About the Lexus Is 250 se-i auto

The Lexus Is 250 se-i auto has been tested 81 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2009 to 2010), with an average pass rate of 84%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.

Best and Worst Years

The 2009 model is the most reliable with a 87% pass rate from 39 tests. The 2010 model has the lowest at 81%. The 6 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2009) averages 100,766 miles, while the newest (2010) averages 110,099 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2499cc)
£1,592
Road Tax
£430
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,427
Per month£202/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2010 details

How reliable is the Lexus Is 250 se-i auto?

vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs Lexus brand average-3% (87% avg)
Best to worst year spread6 percentage points

Lexus Is 250 se-i auto by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201081%42110,099 mi
200987%39100,766 mi

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