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GV11 OBZ

2011 Lexus IS250C

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,129 mi
Last recorded69,129 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Lexus IS250C41,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 OBZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250C
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 69,129 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jan 2026 69,015 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Oct 2024 53,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 43,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 41,580 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 38,547 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some comppnents

Pass 7 Aug 2020 35,906 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jul 2019 32,837 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Jul 2018 29,265 miles

Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Jul 2017 24,687 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 21,411 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 17,087 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 12,316 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250C?

Based on 8,328 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
3,955
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 44
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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GV11 OBZ is a 2011 Lexus IS250C in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Lexus IS250C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 41,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS250C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV11 OBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Lexus IS250C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GV11 OBZ registered?

GV11 OBZ is a 2011 Lexus IS250C, first registered on 29 July 2011.

Is GV11 OBZ safe to buy?

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