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L45 KER

2012 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,020 mi
Last recorded37,020 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS25049,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL45 KER
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 37,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 33,859 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 33,568 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 32,437 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 31,100 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 28,583 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 27,846 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2019 24,251 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 24,251 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 21,081 miles

Offside Rear brake calliper lower slide pin seized, not currently affecting brake performance

Pass 12 Dec 2016 18,164 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 13,340 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 10,261 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 10,261 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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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L45 KER is a 2012 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 49,224 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 L45 KER, 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 14 years old, this Lexus IS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L45 KER registered?

L45 KER is a 2012 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is L45 KER safe to buy?

The MOT history for L45 KER shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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