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FH56 KUA

2007 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

120,240 mi
Last recorded120,240 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2022
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH56 KUA
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2022 120,240 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2022 119,173 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Between the Cats (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Fail 15 Dec 2021 118,499 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer strengthening bracket corroded through pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flange between cat and centre pipe corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe after joint behind heat shield (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner - SERIOUSLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn on inner - SERIOUSLY ADVISE REPLACEMENT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Undertrays and engine covers fitted covering some testable components

Pass 25 Jan 2021 112,195 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2021 112,076 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2020 108,167 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 103,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.46 MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 95,580 miles

Front tyre wear on inner edges

Pass 20 Jun 2016 90,388 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 86,087 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 86,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front number plate

Pass 30 Jun 2014 78,633 miles

damage to front no.plate

Fail 26 Jun 2014 78,563 miles

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

damage to front no.plate

n/s/r tyres wear on inner edge

Pass 24 Jun 2013 69,127 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 24 Nov 2011 54,062 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 54,062 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

nearside front tyre bold inner edge Possible tracking needed

Pass 2 Jul 2010 40,552 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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FH56 KUA is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 69,074 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 IS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,643 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH56 KUA, 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 19 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FH56 KUA is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 9 January 2007.

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