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J44 VEB

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,002 mi
Last recorded59,002 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 VEB
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2025 59,002 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 57,147 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 54,786 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 53,159 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 51,029 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 50,178 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 48,470 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 42,752 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 36,730 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 32,065 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 23,828 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 18,217 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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J44 VEB is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J44 VEB, 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 J44 VEB registered?

J44 VEB is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 3 December 2005.

Is J44 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J44 VEB shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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