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GU59 VGL

2009 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,331 mi
Last recorded98,331 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 98,331 miles

Rear subframe corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 4 Sep 2024 87,460 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 80,123 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2022 73,261 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 65,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close and inner shoulder bold (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close and inner shoulder bold (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 62,318 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 56,534 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 56,534 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 48,925 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine oil low

Fail 6 Sep 2018 48,913 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

engine oil low

Pass 13 Sep 2017 40,808 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 39,112 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 29,617 miles

unable to fully inspect rear brake pads!

Pass 22 Oct 2014 19,834 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 19,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Both front tyres scrubbed off on inner edge and getting near to cords. N/s/f tyre as superficial cut on outer sidewall

Pass 23 Aug 2013 15,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Superficial cut in n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 11,457 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 VGL is a 2009 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 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 VGL, 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 VGL registered?

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

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