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LR57 ZFU

2007 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

154,550 mi
Last recorded154,550 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 2007 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto72,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 ZFU
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 SE Auto
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 154,550 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 14 May 2020 154,548 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 Brakes imbalanced across an axle Recorded 58% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Foot operated lever (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Recorded 42% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 150,029 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working Gearbox faults causing the traction control lamp to illuminate (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall kerb damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Jan 2019 150,029 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault VSC malfunction Indicated on dash and warning lamp on permanently (7.12 (e))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Recorded 50%/off side front brakes slow to rise (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall kerb damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 144,932 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 144,932 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 131,402 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 116,610 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 103,960 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 92,220 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 77,825 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 69,775 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 54,729 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 250 SE Auto?

Based on 4,771 MOT tests across 324 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
5,871
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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LR57 ZFU is a 2007 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2007 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 72,134 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 Is 250 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR57 ZFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 250 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 19 years old, this Lexus Is 250 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LR57 ZFU is a 2007 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto, first registered on 31 October 2007.

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