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HXZ 9931

2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

106,717 mi
Last recorded106,717 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto80,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHXZ 9931
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 SE Auto
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 106,717 miles

Front exhaust system has slight leak of exhaust gases

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))

under body/components surface corrosion

Pass 2 Oct 2024 106,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Oct 2024 106,260 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2023 105,302 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

Parking brake (lever) slight travel

both front headlamps slightly misty

under body/components has surface corrosion

Pass 27 Aug 2022 103,939 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2022 103,939 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 102,873 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS/OS/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 101,587 miles

cracks/damaged on sidewall of all tyres.

slight play in front suspension bushes.

Fail 25 Jul 2020 101,587 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

cracks/damaged on sidewall of all tyres.

slight play in front suspension bushes.

Pass 4 May 2019 100,383 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides, sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 100,170 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 98,297 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 96,717 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 95,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2016 95,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 250 SE Auto?

Based on 4,771 MOT tests across 324 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
5,871
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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HXZ 9931 is a 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 80,442 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 Is 250 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HXZ 9931, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 250 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus Is 250 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HXZ 9931 registered?

HXZ 9931 is a 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto, first registered on 19 November 2005.

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