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LK55 OFU

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,348 mi
Last recorded78,348 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 OFU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 78,348 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 72,745 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 67,712 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 67,296 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 66,477 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 64,756 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 63,339 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 62,350 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 60,594 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 58,182 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 55,582 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 51,362 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 480,377 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 45,287 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 41,817 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Nov 2011 37,152 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 33,954 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 31,352 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 29,441 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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LK55 OFU is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 LK55 OFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK55 OFU registered?

LK55 OFU is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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