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EY55 AYB

2006 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

121,450 mi
Last recorded121,450 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY55 AYB
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 121,450 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 116,696 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 113,860 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 112,600 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 110,518 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 110,518 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 108,836 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 105,166 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 29 May 2018 99,693 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 93,389 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 87,779 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 82,932 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 82,932 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 79,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 74,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 67,745 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 61,388 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 56,220 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 49,588 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 32,623 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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EY55 AYB is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Grey 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 EY55 AYB, 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 EY55 AYB registered?

EY55 AYB is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 9 January 2006.

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