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MX56 YMR

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

130,409 mi
Last recorded130,409 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX56 YMR
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 130,409 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 124,745 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 124,745 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 118,204 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 114,729 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 111,708 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 104,362 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 101,325 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 92,747 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2017 82,605 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2016 72,216 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 60,826 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 50,127 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 43,198 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 38,006 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 32,551 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 25,099 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2010 25,099 miles

advise o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2009 17,128 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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MX56 YMR is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 MX56 YMR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX56 YMR registered?

MX56 YMR is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is MX56 YMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX56 YMR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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