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GY07 SXS

2007 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

165,849 mi
Last recorded165,849 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY07 SXS
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 165,849 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Strong smell of petrol but no leaks visable at time of test

Pass 21 Apr 2025 160,457 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Apr 2025 160,453 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 146,823 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 9 Apr 2024 146,823 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 134,485 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Mar 2023 134,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 125,526 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 117,381 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2020 102,854 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2020 102,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 95,325 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 89,643 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 89,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 80,320 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 80,319 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 73,637 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 14 Jan 2016 73,637 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2015 64,211 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 52,633 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 52,633 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 42,127 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 30,752 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jan 2011 21,582 miles

Front tyres bold inner edges.

N/S/F tyre side wall damaged!

Pass 22 Jan 2010 11,269 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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GY07 SXS is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 69,074 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 GY07 SXS, 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 19 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 GY07 SXS registered?

GY07 SXS is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 23 March 2007.

Is GY07 SXS safe to buy?

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