Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 4 model years from 270 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

76%

Total Tests

270

Model Years

2006 to 2009

Years Covered

About the Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto

The Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto was MOT tested 270 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 4 model years (2006 to 2009), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2006) averages 119,441 miles, while the newest (2009) averages 108,440 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Lexus brand average of 87%, the IS 250 SE-L Auto is 11 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Lexus models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2499cc)

£1,958

Road Tax

£445

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£3,158

Per month£263/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2009 details

How reliable is the Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto?

vs average of all models-6% (82% avg)

vs Lexus brand average-11% (87% avg)

Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto by Year

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

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2009	65%	40	108,440 mi
2008	81%	47	99,908 mi
2007	75%	96	109,781 mi
2006	83%	87	119,441 mi

Questions about the Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto

Is the Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto reliable?

Across its 4 model years in our data (2006 to 2009), the Lexus IS 250 SE-L Auto averages a 76% MOT pass rate, from 270 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 6 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.