How reliable is the Lexus Is250?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Lexus Is250 passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 5,148 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 80.3%.
Lexus Is250 reliability by year
How the Lexus Is250 performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 77.6% | – |
| 2006 | 78.1% | – |
| 2007 | 80.3% | – |
| 2008 | 80.3% | – |
| 2009 | 82% | – |
| 2010 | 83.8% | – |
| 2011 | 84.7% | – |
| 2012 | 87.8% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Lexus Is250 as a model. The reliability of any individual Lexus Is250 also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lexus Is250 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Lexus Is250 passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 80%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Lexus Is250?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.7% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.1% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.8% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.4% of inspections); Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.4% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Lexus Is250?
For a typical Lexus Is250, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, – at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Lexus Is250 before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.