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GF55 ESV

2005 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,689 mi
Last recorded145,689 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 ESV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 145,689 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 138,291 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 133,523 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 128,216 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 87,527 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 124,168 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 121,334 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 118,541 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 114,321 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 108,127 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 108,127 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 106,036 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 92,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 13 Dec 2013 82,891 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Dec 2013 82,891 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 74,614 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2011 64,960 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

both front brake discs worn low

Fail 2 Dec 2011 64,922 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front brake discs worn low

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 1 Dec 2010 54,689 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 54,689 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 48,714 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 40,846 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 ESV is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 74,000 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 ESV, 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

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What year was GF55 ESV registered?

GF55 ESV is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is GF55 ESV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 ESV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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