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GX55 ZBU

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

71,064 mi
Last recorded71,064 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 ZBU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 71,064 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 69,021 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 65,837 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 63,833 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 62,825 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 60,878 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 59,709 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 57,452 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 52,131 miles

Advise front tyres worn on inner edges.

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 47,579 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 41,568 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 36,316 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 35,045 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 32,665 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 31,385 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 30,253 miles

slight discolouration of rear numberplate

Pass 21 Dec 2010 28,069 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 42,914 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 19,789 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 19,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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GX55 ZBU is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GX55 ZBU, 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 GX55 ZBU registered?

GX55 ZBU is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is GX55 ZBU safe to buy?

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