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FP57 BFU

2007 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,719 mi
Last recorded141,719 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP57 BFU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 141,719 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 138,876 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 134,987 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 130,173 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2023 130,173 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 125,404 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 119,294 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 114,383 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 104,746 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 97,258 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Mar 2017 87,890 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 81,264 miles

stonechip n/s area of screen

Fail 30 Mar 2016 81,264 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

stonechip n/s area of screen

Fail 31 Mar 2015 76,276 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

n/s/f tyre has a cut to outer sidewall.

Pass 31 Mar 2015 76,276 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut to outer sidewall.

Pass 11 Apr 2014 72,007 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 72,007 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 67,942 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 63,247 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 57,678 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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FP57 BFU is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FP57 BFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP57 BFU registered?

FP57 BFU is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 December 2007.

Is FP57 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP57 BFU shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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