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BF06 MLU

2006 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,546 mi
Last recorded90,546 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF06 MLU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 90,546 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 88,447 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 85,836 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 81,992 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 81,936 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 81,037 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 80,361 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 77,689 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 73,540 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 73,540 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 68,738 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 68,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 63,630 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 58,560 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 52,271 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 44,612 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 38,416 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 30,477 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)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 24,245 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)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 18,056 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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BF06 MLU is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BF06 MLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF06 MLU registered?

BF06 MLU is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is BF06 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF06 MLU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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