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DU55 VGL

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,698 mi
Last recorded82,698 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 VGL
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 82,698 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 79,967 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 77,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 75,125 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear axle corroded

Fail 29 Nov 2022 75,125 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear axle corroded

Pass 23 Nov 2021 72,145 miles

corrosion to rear axle

Pass 26 Nov 2020 69,084 miles

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

rear axle corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2019 66,856 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 63,478 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 59,567 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 59,567 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 54,260 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Offside Rear exhaust back box rubber deteriorating but exhaust still secure

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

various under body corrosion

Pass 30 Nov 2015 49,417 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Nov 2015 49,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 43,854 miles

Slight mist nsr shocker

Pass 23 Nov 2013 37,975 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 31,959 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 30,175 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 28,441 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 28,441 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 25,887 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 22,137 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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DU55 VGL is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 74,000 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DU55 VGL, 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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DU55 VGL is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 24 November 2005.

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