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GV55 KRX

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

120,443 mi
Last recorded120,443 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 120,443 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 120,443 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 99,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

eml illuminated

inner shoulder wear to the nearside front tyre (Advise replacement of tyre)

Pass 3 May 2017 88,001 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 88,001 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2016 83,911 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 83,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2015 78,807 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 73,716 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall scuffed

Fail 18 Apr 2014 73,716 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre inner sidewall scuffed

Pass 14 Oct 2013 71,636 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 64,160 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 61,519 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 61,519 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 52,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 44,533 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 40,108 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 28,794 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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GV55 KRX is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KRX, 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 KRX registered?

GV55 KRX is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is GV55 KRX safe to buy?

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