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HG55 MVD

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

155,527 mi
Last recorded155,527 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG55 MVD
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 155,527 miles

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

engine cover/under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2021 127,061 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 127,060 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres on 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 100,315 miles

engine covers fitted

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Fail 12 Nov 2019 100,315 miles

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

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

engine covers fitted

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2018 73,055 miles

engine covers fitted

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2017 65,877 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 61,739 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 57,149 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 52,728 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 48,917 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 45,003 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 45,003 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 40,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 34,170 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 34,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2009 28,153 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 28,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 20,471 miles

O/S/R tyre has a small cut.

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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HG55 MVD is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 HG55 MVD, 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 HG55 MVD registered?

HG55 MVD is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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