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GN56 WLD

2006 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

158,050 mi
Last recorded158,050 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 WLD
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 158,050 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2026 158,050 miles

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

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

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both Side (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 153,337 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 31 Dec 2024 153,337 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Road wheel more than one fixing loose all wheels (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2023 149,411 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 28 Dec 2023 149,411 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Road wheel fixing missing All (one each missing) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 142,206 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 133,498 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2022 133,498 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 125,241 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 111,981 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 103,621 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 95,807 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2017 95,754 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper inappropriately repaired pads not braking on all of discs (3.5.1n)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 88,339 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 80,854 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 73,133 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 66,755 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 60,756 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 50,414 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 42,161 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GN56 WLD is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,766 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 GN56 WLD, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN56 WLD registered?

GN56 WLD is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is GN56 WLD safe to buy?

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