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EX55 SFV

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

217,886 mi
Last recorded217,886 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 SFV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2023 217,886 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 190,805 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 172,382 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 161,819 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 153,689 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 143,550 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside rear mud flap insecure

Fail 8 Jun 2018 143,550 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside rear mud flap insecure

Pass 2 Jun 2017 133,807 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2016 119,110 miles

covers fitted throughout the vehicle

exhaust system corroded

front brake pads low

Pass 29 May 2015 101,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 84,590 miles

front discs worn slightly

off side rear tyre 3mm

Pass 29 Jun 2012 59,253 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 45,153 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 40,254 miles

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

rear number plate begining to deform

Pass 20 Aug 2009 34,526 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 26,669 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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EX55 SFV is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 EX55 SFV, 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 EX55 SFV registered?

EX55 SFV is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is EX55 SFV safe to buy?

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