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GW55 AFK

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,454 mi
Last recorded57,454 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 AFK
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 57,454 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 56,607 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 54,942 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 15 May 2019 52,739 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 50,756 miles

FRONT SHOCKS SLIGHT MIST OF OIL

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2017 49,084 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 45,830 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 42,004 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2014 37,731 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 33,033 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 29,347 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 29,347 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside rear tyre under inflated.

Pass 29 Dec 2010 22,713 miles

both front tyres worn inner & outer edges.

Pass 10 Dec 2009 18,087 miles

front tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 18 Dec 2008 12,541 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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GW55 AFK is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 GW55 AFK, 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.

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What year was GW55 AFK registered?

GW55 AFK is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is GW55 AFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW55 AFK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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