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AK56 EYW

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

147,421 mi
Last recorded147,421 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 EYW
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 147,421 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 145,275 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Under tray fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2022 145,272 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Under tray fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2021 125,242 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 105,554 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 75,116 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 67,746 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 64,292 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 59,308 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 56,670 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 56,670 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 52,753 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 52,694 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 51,431 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 50,362 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 43,616 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 33,262 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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AK56 EYW is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK56 EYW, 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 AK56 EYW registered?

AK56 EYW is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is AK56 EYW safe to buy?

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