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HG06 TWZ

2006 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

134,695 mi
Last recorded134,695 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG06 TWZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 134,695 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2021 134,654 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 134,175 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2020 134,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front bumper damaged / insecure

Offside Front fog lamp insecure

Fail 29 Jul 2020 133,863 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 127,231 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 126,370 miles

Offside Rear Fuel tank leaking FUEL TANK LEAKING RIGHT REAR (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 119,654 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted Nearside and offside front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 119,654 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel slightly distorted Nearside and offside front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 98,176 miles

All tyre valves deteriorating

Both headlamps deteriorating.

Engine covers fitted

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

N/S headlamp lens damaged.

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F fog light not working

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Under-trays fitted

Pass 24 May 2016 91,851 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 85,065 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 77,489 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 68,898 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 59,440 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 59,440 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2011 50,305 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 40,401 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 30,694 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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HG06 TWZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 HG06 TWZ, 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 HG06 TWZ registered?

HG06 TWZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 May 2006.

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