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MM55 OZG

2005 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

164,129 mi
Last recorded164,129 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 OZG
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 164,129 miles

Nearside Rear by the time test child seat was on the seat

Fail 6 Aug 2018 164,110 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear by the time test child seat was on the seat

Pass 31 Jul 2017 158,229 miles

water in nearside headlight

Pass 4 Aug 2016 152,217 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 147,580 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 147,580 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 143,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Nov 2014 143,310 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Sep 2013 138,195 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2013 138,195 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 129,373 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 119,940 miles

cut on outer sidewall of n/s/f tyre

rear brake pads low,unable to fully inspect.

x2 front tyres worn on edges

Pass 1 Oct 2010 114,750 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edges

both front wiper blades split

Pass 27 Aug 2009 101,126 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 85,940 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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MM55 OZG is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MM55 OZG, 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 MM55 OZG registered?

MM55 OZG is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 December 2005.

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