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GF55 ERV

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,579 mi
Last recorded81,579 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 ERV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Dec 2022 81,579 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 75,792 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 73,771 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (also starting to perish) (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (also starting to perish) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 71,266 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 68,417 miles

n/s/r body panel damaged

Pass 9 Oct 2017 64,745 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 53,418 miles

engine covers, under trays and outer sill covers fitted

slight corrosion on exhaust

Pass 2 Oct 2015 43,236 miles

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

o/s/f tyre side wall scuffed

Pass 26 Sep 2014 37,928 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 33,962 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2012 28,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2011 24,230 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 18,743 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 13,598 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 8,386 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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GF55 ERV is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GF55 ERV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF55 ERV?

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What year was GF55 ERV registered?

GF55 ERV is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is GF55 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 ERV shows 15 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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