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MP55 HEJ

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,637 mi
Last recorded77,637 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP55 HEJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2023 77,637 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 74,602 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 71,136 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 68,455 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 66,780 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 66,780 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both side front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 63,220 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 58,723 miles

Under trays/ body sill protectors fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2018 58,723 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Under trays/ body sill protectors fitted

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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MP55 HEJ is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MP55 HEJ, 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 MP55 HEJ registered?

MP55 HEJ is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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