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MV56 YDW

2006 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,886 mi
Last recorded121,886 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 YDW
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 121,886 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 120,411 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 118,760 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 117,286 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords IN INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 116,158 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 116,153 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Aug 2018 109,353 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 104,182 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2017 101,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 96,462 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 91,543 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Dec 2013 83,367 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 80,647 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 78,120 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Dec 2010 75,677 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 70,455 miles

FRONT TYRES 3ML N.S.F STARTING TOO PERISH REAR PADS ON INNER THINNING AND DISCS SCORING

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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MV56 YDW is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,766 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 MV56 YDW, 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 20 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV56 YDW registered?

MV56 YDW is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is MV56 YDW safe to buy?

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