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GF55 YDN

2005 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

184,795 mi
Last recorded184,795 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 YDN
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 184,795 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 180,941 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 176,815 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 169,709 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 162,836 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 144,982 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2020 144,916 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 118,345 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 105,845 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 94,235 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 94,235 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 85,217 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 77,261 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 70,578 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 70,565 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 17 Jan 2013 63,322 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 57,595 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 53,114 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 46,366 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Jan 2010 46,366 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 39,642 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 39,642 miles

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

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

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 YDN is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GF55 YDN, 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 GF55 YDN registered?

GF55 YDN is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 15 December 2005.

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