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MW55 XZO

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

75,190 mi
Last recorded75,190 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 XZO
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 75,190 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 74,004 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 72,320 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 69,363 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 65,939 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 62,413 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 57,920 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Brale imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 53,215 miles

Nearside Front tyre has puncture to inner edge

Pass 26 Jun 2017 49,910 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 46,155 miles

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

Rear discs scored

Fail 7 Jun 2016 46,155 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working sidelight bulb (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear discs scored

Pass 30 Jun 2015 42,768 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 37,705 miles

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

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 May 2013 33,484 miles

both front tyres feathering badly on the outer edge

Pass 14 May 2012 29,785 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 25,216 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 26 May 2010 19,079 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,687 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 4,844 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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MW55 XZO is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MW55 XZO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MW55 XZO registered?

MW55 XZO is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is MW55 XZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 XZO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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