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MH55 WSU

2005 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,061 mi
Last recorded112,061 miles
Recorded on24 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH55 WSU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2021 112,061 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 112,061 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 May 2020 108,129 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 103,517 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 97,235 miles

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

Screw in nearside front tyre

Pass 13 Dec 2016 88,822 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 79,735 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Undertray fitted.

Fail 12 Jan 2016 79,733 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

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

Engine cover fitted.

Offside front tyre outer sidewall starting to crack slightly. 215/50-17.

Undertray fitted.

Fail 1 Jul 2014 77,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 77,724 miles

advise all 4 tyres close to limit

Pass 4 Jul 2012 69,369 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 61,232 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2010 51,171 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 44,978 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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MH55 WSU is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 MH55 WSU, 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.

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What year was MH55 WSU registered?

MH55 WSU is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is MH55 WSU safe to buy?

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