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GP55 EMF

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

166,399 mi
Last recorded166,399 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 EMF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 166,399 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 165,639 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 165,031 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 163,960 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 162,473 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 158,896 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced &offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 158,840 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 153,724 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 144,179 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 134,473 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 124,906 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 113,409 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 87,113 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 74,889 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 63,794 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 63,684 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 63,684 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 59,443 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 41,251 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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GP55 EMF is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GP55 EMF, 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 EMF registered?

GP55 EMF is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is GP55 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP55 EMF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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