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EX56 WBW

2006 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

229,673 mi
Last recorded229,673 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 WBW
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 229,673 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 222,698 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 215,705 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 208,311 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 197,139 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 183,620 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 168,607 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 155,560 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 141,942 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 126,655 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 116,891 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 105,744 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 95,243 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 83,688 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 68,306 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 Jun 2011 68,306 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 51,827 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 38,619 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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EX56 WBW is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 EX56 WBW, 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 EX56 WBW registered?

EX56 WBW is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is EX56 WBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 WBW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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