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HF55 LGU

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

118,660 mi
Last recorded118,660 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 LGU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 118,660 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 May 2025 118,301 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 May 2024 106,407 miles

Nearside Front headlight slightly dimmer than the offside,still within standards.

Pass 3 Jun 2023 102,259 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 99,377 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 92,247 miles

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 30 Jun 2020 89,782 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 82,288 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 65,740 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 49,566 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 49,566 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 49,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 46,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limits (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 42,411 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 42,409 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 38,438 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 33,213 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 27,780 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 24,764 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 21,731 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 18,985 miles

engine under tray fitted at time of test

Fail 3 Dec 2009 18,977 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both front tyres worn on edges and starting split

engine under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Nov 2008 15,449 miles

Front tyres perishing slightly.

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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HF55 LGU is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HF55 LGU, 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 HF55 LGU registered?

HF55 LGU is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is HF55 LGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 LGU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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