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LC55 YKV

2005 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,819 mi
Last recorded61,819 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 YKV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 61,819 miles

Offside Rear lamp damaged

Pass 12 Jan 2021 61,308 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2021 61,303 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 59,654 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 56,707 miles

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))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 49,794 miles

Nearside Front n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

Offside Rear o/s/r outer lamp broken due to body damage.

Pass 4 Sep 2015 43,786 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 38,647 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2013 37,982 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 37,065 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 32,597 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 28,421 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 22,882 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 20,579 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 20,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LC55 YKV is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LC55 YKV, 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 LC55 YKV registered?

LC55 YKV is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is LC55 YKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 YKV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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