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GU59 VBV

2009 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,547 mi
Last recorded54,547 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 VBV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 54,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 53,190 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 50,766 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 48,265 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Sep 2021 46,718 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 45,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear brake pads low

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2019 43,020 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2018 40,800 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2017 39,028 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 37,620 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 35,655 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 35,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 33,285 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 27,965 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 22,167 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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GU59 VBV is a 2009 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 60,003 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 GU59 VBV, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU59 VBV registered?

GU59 VBV is a 2009 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GU59 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 VBV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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