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MV55 VTF

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,574 mi
Last recorded91,574 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 VTF
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 91,574 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2024 91,574 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 90,289 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 88,916 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 88,903 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 87,571 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 86,249 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 85,911 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 85,476 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at join to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded at join to flexible hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 84,924 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 84,337 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2015 83,554 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 82,401 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 81,549 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 68,718 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 52,486 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 38,865 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 22,158 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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MV55 VTF is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 MV55 VTF, 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 MV55 VTF registered?

MV55 VTF is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is MV55 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 VTF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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