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MD55 OWW

2006 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

42,548 mi
Last recorded42,548 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 OWW
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 42,548 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2025 38,458 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 33,193 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2024 33,193 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 28,313 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 27,744 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 27,124 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 26,529 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 25,597 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 24,465 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 23,333 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 22,179 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 20,161 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 18,258 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 16,659 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 14,734 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 11,049 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 9,267 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 7,330 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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MD55 OWW is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 MD55 OWW, 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 OWW registered?

MD55 OWW is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is MD55 OWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD55 OWW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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