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MV55 VTK

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

171,156 mi
Last recorded171,156 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 171,156 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 171,156 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 161,681 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 153,763 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 144,460 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 144,330 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure pin clip retaining not located (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure pin pad retainer incorrectly seated (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear locking device pad pin not seated but secure

Pass 29 Jul 2015 126,463 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 120,205 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 107,468 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 94,732 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Nov 2011 81,201 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 68,709 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 55,085 miles

both front tyres feathering on inner edges

Pass 24 Nov 2008 39,389 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 VTK is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VTK, 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 VTK registered?

MV55 VTK is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is MV55 VTK safe to buy?

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