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NV55 MDN

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

102,773 mi
Last recorded102,773 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 MDN
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 102,773 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 102,180 miles

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

Under trays fitted.

Pass 12 Oct 2023 98,607 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 98,607 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 94,324 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 89,700 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 85,014 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 79,847 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 74,001 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 71,700 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 67,531 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 61,998 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 57,691 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 52,191 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 46,680 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 40,454 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 35,283 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 30,030 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 27,466 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
Full Lexus IS250 reliability report

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NV55 MDN is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,231cc 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 NV55 MDN, 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 NV55 MDN registered?

NV55 MDN is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is NV55 MDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 MDN 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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