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GV55 KJU

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,134 mi
Last recorded102,134 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KJU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 102,134 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted underneath.

Pass 27 Dec 2014 90,707 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 90,589 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 90,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 85,642 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 73,026 miles

offside front tyre inner edge worn

Fail 28 Nov 2012 73,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 30 Nov 2011 69,271 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 28 Sep 2010 65,375 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 65,375 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 51,050 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 33,917 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side rear reflector broken .

warning light on dash .

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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GV55 KJU is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KJU, 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

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What year was GV55 KJU registered?

GV55 KJU is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is GV55 KJU safe to buy?

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