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2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

102,381 mi
Last recorded102,381 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 FWD
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2025 102,381 miles

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

tested in wet conditions

underbody front to rear including all components covered excessively in thick black sealant

undertrays and sideskirts fitted

Pass 8 May 2024 99,168 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2023 97,733 miles

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

under body has slight corrosion

Pass 17 Jan 2022 94,615 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2022 94,615 miles

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

Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle bonnet (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 86,115 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jan 2021 86,115 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2020 83,277 miles

advise engine radiator leaking

minor corrosion on all underside components and chassis

Pass 26 Jan 2019 80,453 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2018 78,898 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2017 76,486 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 71,677 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 65,623 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2014 65,623 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 59,252 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 50,051 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 43,374 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 33,977 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2008 25,518 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 FWD is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FWD, 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 FWD registered?

GP55 FWD is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 24 November 2005.

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