CarVerify

Free Car Check

GV55 KJK

2005 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

111,823 mi
Last recorded111,823 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KJK
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 111,823 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 99,898 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 84,743 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 69,802 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 68,651 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 55,681 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 55,676 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 7 Feb 2012 43,843 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 7 Feb 2012 43,843 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 38,712 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 33,632 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 33,621 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 26,635 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
Full Lexus IS250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GV55 KJK is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV55 KJK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GV55 KJK?

You can check the full history of GV55 KJK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GV55 KJK registered?

GV55 KJK is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is GV55 KJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 KJK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV55 KJK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GV55 KJK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.