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FP55 VLJ

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,147 mi
Last recorded136,147 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 VLJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2019 136,147 miles

Engine oil level very low

Pass 17 Mar 2018 130,246 miles

front tyres wearing on inner treads

Pass 14 Mar 2017 123,911 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 111,566 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2015 101,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 18 Mar 2014 90,944 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 75,569 miles

both f tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 28 Mar 2012 67,214 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 65,603 miles

chips in windscreen

Pass 22 Feb 2010 53,765 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 36,214 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 VLJ is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,766 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VLJ, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP55 VLJ registered?

FP55 VLJ is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is FP55 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 VLJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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