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BD56 LFZ

2006 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

199,562 mi
Last recorded199,562 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 LFZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2020 199,562 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 190,300 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

n/s/r inner cv boot leaking grease

Fail 17 Jan 2019 190,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

n/s/r inner cv boot leaking grease

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 19 Jan 2018 185,664 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 19 Jan 2018 185,664 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Jan 2017 168,742 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

centre exhaust blowing slightly

Pass 28 Dec 2015 159,393 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 149,596 miles

Tested in a wet condition

Fail 8 Jan 2015 149,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tested in a wet condition

Pass 17 Jan 2014 142,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 14 Jan 2014 142,535 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 25 Mar 2013 135,914 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 135,880 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2012 124,570 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 99,783 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 71,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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
Full Lexus IS250 reliability report

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BD56 LFZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BD56 LFZ, 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 BD56 LFZ registered?

BD56 LFZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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