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RF56 FTD

2006 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,952 mi
Last recorded123,952 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 FTD
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 123,952 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 12 Apr 2023 113,016 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 108,823 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 108,823 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 104,947 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 99,942 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 94,623 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 91,754 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 31 Mar 2017 88,627 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 31 Mar 2017 88,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 87,768 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 86,771 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 84,909 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 84,909 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 77,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

SLIGHT IMBALANCE ON REAR BRAKES

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2012 61,633 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2011 49,873 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 29,829 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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RF56 FTD is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RF56 FTD, 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.

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What year was RF56 FTD registered?

RF56 FTD is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 19 December 2006.

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