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MD55 DWX

2006 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

105,074 mi
Last recorded105,074 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 DWX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 105,074 miles

Coolant leak Radiator ()

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2021 105,074 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Joint between cat and centre pipe (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak Radiator ()

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

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 96,908 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2020 96,908 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jan 2019 91,196 miles

Central Exhaust heat shield loose

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 30 Jan 2018 86,040 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2018 86,040 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 83,564 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

engine trays fitted at time of test

middle exhaust silence outlet pipe corroded through at weld

under trays along both floors, fitted at time of test

Fail 23 Jan 2017 83,564 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear from joint under drivers seat (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

engine trays fitted at time of test

middle exhaust silence outlet pipe corroded through at weld

under trays along both floors, fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Feb 2016 80,346 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 74,926 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 67,627 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2013 60,047 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 60,024 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 52,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 42,653 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 30,517 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 19,004 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 19,004 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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MD55 DWX is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 MD55 DWX, 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.

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What year was MD55 DWX registered?

MD55 DWX is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 17 February 2006.

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