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RA55 YPX

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,640 mi
Last recorded155,640 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 YPX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 155,640 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 154,079 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 152,353 miles

Front exhaust slight leak

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 150,405 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 147,614 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 145,020 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 142,855 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 140,230 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 136,135 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 132,719 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 127,205 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 118,918 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 113,230 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 105,689 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 96,875 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 82,333 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 72,510 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 58,823 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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RA55 YPX is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RA55 YPX, 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 RA55 YPX registered?

RA55 YPX is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is RA55 YPX safe to buy?

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