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OU55 WRC

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

137,631 mi
Last recorded137,631 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 WRC
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 137,631 miles

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

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 2 Feb 2024 129,280 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 119,839 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 4 Feb 2022 119,796 miles

Offside Headlamp slightly insecure

Rear Service brake efforts imbalanced (@ 25%)

Under body corrosion evident various areas (suspension, braking, etc)

Fail 4 Feb 2022 119,796 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp slightly insecure

Rear Service brake efforts imbalanced (@ 25%)

Under body corrosion evident various areas (suspension, braking, etc)

Pass 18 Jan 2021 113,805 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 109,344 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 98,252 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 90,027 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 83,635 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 75,565 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 70,361 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 65,192 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 61,143 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 57,194 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 49,728 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 43,316 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 32,837 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 32,837 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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OU55 WRC 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 OU55 WRC, 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 OU55 WRC registered?

OU55 WRC is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is OU55 WRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU55 WRC 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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