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GP56 VRT

2006 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

117,826 mi
Last recorded117,826 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP56 VRT
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 117,826 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 117,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 113,263 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Oct 2023 109,391 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ns/ofs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2023 109,376 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ns/ofs (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

afs light on dash

Pass 1 Sep 2022 105,473 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 102,156 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 90,356 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 82,956 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 73,379 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 71,270 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 63,351 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 56,916 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 56,916 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 49,874 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 42,038 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine light on

Pass 4 Nov 2011 34,007 miles

Nearside front tyre has large cut to sidewall (not to cords)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 26,519 miles

cut in n/s/f tyre outter wall

Pass 8 Dec 2009 18,410 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)

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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GP56 VRT is a 2006 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 2006 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,766 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 GP56 VRT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP56 VRT registered?

GP56 VRT is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is GP56 VRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP56 VRT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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