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FM55 OAN

2005 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,044 mi
Last recorded125,044 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM55 OAN
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 125,044 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 110,021 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2022 109,881 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Imbalance of 54% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Windscreen ()

Pass 25 Jan 2021 100,052 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Windscreen ()

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Fog light flickering (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Product on lens

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Fog light flickering (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Product on lens

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 100,052 miles

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

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

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Windscreen ()

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Fog light flickering (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Product on lens

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Fog light flickering (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Product on lens

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 88,143 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 88,143 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 82,768 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 82,768 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 78,378 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 78,378 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 73,917 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 70,410 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 70,410 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 66,911 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 61,286 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 52,922 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 46,877 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 39,900 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 32,883 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 25,785 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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FM55 OAN is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FM55 OAN, 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 FM55 OAN registered?

FM55 OAN is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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