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H5 GAR

2011 Lexus IS250C

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,000 mi
Last recorded98,000 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Lexus IS250C41,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH5 GAR
MakeLexus
ModelIS250C
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 98,000 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 89,313 miles

all tyres showing slight road damage. rears getting low

rear bumper damaged

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2023 80,906 miles

Rear bumper damaged

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2022 75,459 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 73,200 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2021 67,045 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2020 60,793 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 57,066 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 50,869 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 42,774 miles

Front tyres have cut sidewalls

Fail 16 Aug 2017 42,774 miles

Front tyres have cut sidewalls

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,604 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 27,891 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 21,396 miles

off side front tyre slight worn from edge.

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250C?

Based on 8,328 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
3,955
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 44
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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H5 GAR is a 2011 Lexus IS250C in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Lexus IS250C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 41,574 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS250C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H5 GAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 15 years old, this Lexus IS250C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H5 GAR registered?

H5 GAR is a 2011 Lexus IS250C, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is H5 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H5 GAR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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