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FP55 VKE

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

132,971 mi
Last recorded132,971 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 VKE
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 132,971 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 124,685 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres, also have minor cracking in tread area 245/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2017 124,682 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/17 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres, also have minor cracking in tread area 245/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 115,772 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 104,636 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 104,636 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 95,248 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 83,607 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 70,826 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 62,972 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 56,430 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 56,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Nov 2009 53,517 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 53,501 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 42,791 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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FP55 VKE is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FP55 VKE, 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 FP55 VKE registered?

FP55 VKE is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 21 November 2005.

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