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GM55 ERS

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,888 mi
Last recorded106,888 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM55 ERS
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 106,888 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 101,879 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 98,533 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 96,203 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Jul 2022 94,265 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

undertray and engine covers are fitted to the vehicle preventing the inspection of some components

Pass 11 Jun 2021 89,496 miles

Front Inner both sides front tyres slight wearing inner edge

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

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 8 Jun 2020 83,056 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 78,738 miles

front brakes fluctuatting

Pass 14 Apr 2018 73,160 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 68,155 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 63,180 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 58,592 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 52,124 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 45,635 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 39,453 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 32,776 miles

offside front tyre wearing on the edge

Pass 24 Nov 2009 26,369 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 19,609 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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GM55 ERS is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 GM55 ERS, 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 GM55 ERS registered?

GM55 ERS is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is GM55 ERS safe to buy?

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