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MJ09 FLF

2009 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

135,419 mi
Last recorded135,419 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 FLF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 135,419 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 132,334 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 129,725 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 122,612 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 115,416 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 115,416 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 109,309 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 103,912 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2019 103,912 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 95,824 miles

Underside shields fitted,engine covers fitted.

Pass 16 Feb 2018 84,671 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 73,402 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 64,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit requires urgent replacement but meets minimum required tread depth (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 52,656 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 43,772 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 32,620 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 23,933 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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MJ09 FLF is a 2009 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 60,003 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 MJ09 FLF, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJ09 FLF registered?

MJ09 FLF is a 2009 Lexus IS250, first registered on 10 July 2009.

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