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GP55 GSO

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

202,136 mi
Last recorded202,136 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2023 202,136 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 190,602 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 175,925 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 169,705 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 158,085 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded as well (6.1.2 (a))

damage on front bumper - still secure, no sharp edges

Fail 12 Oct 2018 158,081 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded as well (6.1.2 (a))

damage on front bumper - still secure, no sharp edges

Pass 4 Nov 2017 153,119 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 146,822 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 131,546 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 4 Nov 2014 116,053 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 97,920 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 82,760 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 66,375 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 45,691 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 45,689 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 32,697 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 26,106 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 GSO is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GSO, 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 GSO registered?

GP55 GSO is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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