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HJ07 OVA

2007 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

154,588 mi
Last recorded154,588 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ07 OVA
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 154,588 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 154,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 138,548 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

incorrectly spaced number plates fitted under top plates stuck on

n/s headlamp damaged

Fail 7 Mar 2016 138,548 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage n/s wing mirror (6.1.C.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

n/s headlamp damaged

Pass 5 Mar 2015 122,019 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2015 121,915 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 105,054 miles

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

n/s wiper rubber starting to come adrift

Pass 7 Mar 2013 86,512 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

advise both front tyres wearing on edges[n/s/f worst]

advise sill covers

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 69,312 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 69,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres tread worn low 3mm

Pass 7 Mar 2011 53,267 miles

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

both front brake discs worn

Fail 7 Mar 2011 53,267 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front brake discs worn

Pass 9 Mar 2010 38,826 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 38,822 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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HJ07 OVA is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HJ07 OVA, 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.

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HJ07 OVA is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 9 March 2007.

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