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DE55 SBY

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,578 mi
Last recorded64,578 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 SBY
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 64,578 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 56,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Dec 2015 56,969 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2014 52,117 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 47,006 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Dec 2012 42,200 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 37,575 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 37,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 31,161 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 29 Dec 2009 24,725 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 24,722 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 21,593 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge no cord at time of test

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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DE55 SBY is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 74,000 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 DE55 SBY, 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 21 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE55 SBY registered?

DE55 SBY is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is DE55 SBY safe to buy?

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