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GW55 KMZ

2006 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

118,323 mi
Last recorded118,323 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW55 KMZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 118,323 miles

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge and worn close to the legal limit

Fail 18 Jun 2025 118,323 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge and worn close to the legal limit

Pass 17 Jun 2024 111,841 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 111,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 102,011 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 90,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and on wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 78,743 miles

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

car have cover under car

Fail 3 Jun 2021 78,743 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

car have cover under car

Pass 5 Jun 2020 64,154 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 58,943 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2019 58,943 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2018 56,774 miles

Nearside Front Outer cut to tyre sidewall

Pass 13 Feb 2017 54,640 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear light unit damaged-not showing any white light

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 51,882 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 48,836 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 42,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Feb 2013 42,175 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 37,729 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre slightley warn inner edge

Pass 15 Feb 2011 33,925 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 29,464 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 26,414 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 KMZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,766 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 GW55 KMZ, 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 20 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 KMZ registered?

GW55 KMZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is GW55 KMZ safe to buy?

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