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FE59 JWJ

2009 Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

60,493 mi
Last recorded60,493 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto57,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 JWJ
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 Se-l Auto
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 60,493 miles

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

nearside and offside headlamp lens deteriorated

Pass 20 Jun 2024 58,353 miles

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

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

both front headlamps deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2023 54,239 miles

both head lights lens deteriorated.

Fail 6 Jun 2023 54,239 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both head lights lens deteriorated.

Pass 27 Jun 2022 51,531 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2022 51,525 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 47,747 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2021 47,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 44,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 44,921 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 42,010 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 35,938 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 33,542 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 30 May 2017 33,542 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2016 29,444 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 29,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2015 24,911 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 22,288 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 18,790 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto?

Based on 3,880 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,666
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 57
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 19
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FE59 JWJ is a 2009 Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2009 Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 57,548 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 Is 250 Se-l Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FE59 JWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FE59 JWJ registered?

FE59 JWJ is a 2009 Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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