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GP55 FKX

2006 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

113,340 mi
Last recorded113,340 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 FKX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 113,340 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2021 113,306 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jan 2020 110,496 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Inner & Outer Shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 106,319 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 103,055 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Dec 2016 97,188 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 1x front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Dec 2016 97,188 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 1x front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2016 79,728 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 70,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 21 Feb 2014 60,882 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 60,748 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 50,745 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 41,984 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 32,774 miles

Offside rear tyres valve stem deteriorating

Pass 19 Jan 2010 24,679 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 17,907 miles

Both front tyres worn on inside edges

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 FKX is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GP55 FKX, 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 GP55 FKX registered?

GP55 FKX is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is GP55 FKX safe to buy?

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