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AD56 EMX

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

94,694 mi
Last recorded94,694 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD56 EMX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 94,694 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

poor headlamp pattern both sides

Pass 18 Feb 2025 92,176 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 90,375 miles

Tyre slightly damaged outer wall of n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 88,585 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front bumper slitter at bottom damaged

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 88,552 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front bumper slitter at bottom damaged

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 87,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged side wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 87,112 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 87,112 miles

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 86,979 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 79,682 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 72,609 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 72,609 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 69,035 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 63,641 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 63,601 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 57,387 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 49,941 miles

both front tyres worn outer edges

Fail 28 Nov 2013 49,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 12 Nov 2012 43,238 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 40,991 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 37,440 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 31,931 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 25,249 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250?

Based on 212,901 MOT tests across 13,468 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
5,477
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
13,468
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,643
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,610
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,441
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 1,159
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AD56 EMX is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,766 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus IS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,643 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD56 EMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD56 EMX registered?

AD56 EMX is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is AD56 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD56 EMX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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