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RF06 VTW

2006 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,737 mi
Last recorded78,737 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF06 VTW
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 78,737 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 76,073 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 72,772 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2023 70,580 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 26 May 2022 68,857 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 66,811 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 61,932 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 59,299 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 59,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 57,394 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 57,394 miles

Offside Rear Brake insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 54,588 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 54,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,046 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 50,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres on 3-4mm close to limit

Pass 27 May 2014 47,325 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 45,017 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 41,237 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 4 Jun 2011 34,853 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,856 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,387 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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RF06 VTW is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RF06 VTW, 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 RF06 VTW registered?

RF06 VTW is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is RF06 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF06 VTW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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