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MF56 FEG

2006 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

191,640 mi
Last recorded191,640 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto81,939 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 FEG
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 SE Auto
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 191,640 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 24 Jan 2023 191,634 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2022 165,606 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Aug 2020 133,033 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 128,547 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 127,213 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 120,603 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 105,671 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 May 2015 105,671 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 95,239 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 95,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 86,535 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 83,592 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 70,601 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 57,606 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 43,222 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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MF56 FEG is a 2006 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 81,939 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 MF56 FEG, 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 20 years old, this Lexus Is 250 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MF56 FEG is a 2006 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto, first registered on 20 September 2006.

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