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KV06 HTZ

2006 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

196,576 mi
Last recorded196,576 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV06 HTZ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 196,576 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 189,076 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 189,039 miles

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

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

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 184,769 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 181,684 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 178,136 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 165,488 miles

Front Bumper deteriorated

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 153,486 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 153,486 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 144,606 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 136,447 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 124,174 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 110,729 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 97,085 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 82,622 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 66,957 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 66,957 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2012 54,569 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 48,796 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 41,100 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 39,781 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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KV06 HTZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KV06 HTZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV06 HTZ registered?

KV06 HTZ is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 2 March 2006.

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