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KC06 EWX

2006 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

159,012 mi
Last recorded159,012 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC06 EWX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 159,012 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 155,014 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2024 150,918 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 150,623 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Both rear wheels slightly noisy when rotated. Possible wheel bearings or differential.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres bald on the inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 144,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil only just met requirement/requires attention (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2022 139,805 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 139,197 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 138,133 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 136,580 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 128,408 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 116,376 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 98,138 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 76,140 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 76,140 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 May 2014 71,780 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 8 May 2014 71,780 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2013 67,852 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 20 May 2013 67,852 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 62,283 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 59,630 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 56,308 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 47,841 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 34,150 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut in outer sidewall

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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KC06 EWX is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 KC06 EWX, 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 KC06 EWX registered?

KC06 EWX is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 10 May 2006.

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