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GP55 EJZ

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

150,154 mi
Last recorded150,154 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 EJZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 150,154 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp not working

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre has badly worn sidewalls due to being run underinflated, however no cords exposed, strongly advise replacement, 205/55/16

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

plastic undertrays fitted, preventing full clear view of underbody and components (brake and fuel lines)

Pass 25 Sep 2024 139,366 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 129,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

front rear bumpers slightly damaged

Pass 6 Sep 2022 116,158 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2022 116,158 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 103,458 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 94,093 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2020 94,093 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2019 92,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 92,236 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 88,067 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2018 88,067 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 83,952 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 83,952 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 80,001 miles

OSF Tyre wearing low on edge.

Pass 13 Aug 2015 75,880 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 67,816 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 62,658 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2012 62,658 miles

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

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

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

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 52,978 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 51,455 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 41,809 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 31,695 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
Full Lexus IS250 reliability report

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GP55 EJZ is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GP55 EJZ, 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 GP55 EJZ registered?

GP55 EJZ is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 2 November 2005.

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