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FN62 ZLU

2012 Lexus IS250

Bronze Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,300 mi
Last recorded99,300 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS25049,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN62 ZLU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 99,300 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 89,061 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 81,242 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 81,242 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2023 76,553 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 70,675 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 65,029 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 54,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front 225 40 18 run flat fitted other 3 tyres are standard tyres

engine covers / sill covers / under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2018 46,090 miles

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

Nearside Rear 2mm tread remaining replace asap

Offside Rear 2mm tread remaining replace asap

engine covers fitted

front discs worn and lipped

sill covers fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2017 38,195 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread worn to 3m

Offside Rear tyre tread worn to 3m

Fail 6 Jun 2017 38,195 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn down to cords on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre tread worn to 3m

Offside Rear tyre tread worn to 3m

Pass 3 Jun 2016 27,750 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)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 16,108 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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FN62 ZLU is a 2012 Lexus IS250 in Bronze with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 49,224 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 FN62 ZLU, 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 14 years old, this Lexus IS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN62 ZLU registered?

FN62 ZLU is a 2012 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is FN62 ZLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN62 ZLU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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