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RF56 FTJ

2006 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,861 mi
Last recorded119,861 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF56 FTJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2026 119,861 miles

Under trays fitted limiting inspection of testable items

Pass 22 Jan 2025 103,617 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 88,303 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 80,434 miles

advise rear subframe and also suspension arms corroded but not excessive

Pass 26 Jan 2022 69,567 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 59,996 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 49,938 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 43,519 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 38,636 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 35,524 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 33,920 miles

Nearside rear tyre cracking in tread area

Pass 10 Feb 2015 33,263 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 32,228 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 30,686 miles

front inner brake pads wearing low

off side front tyre wearing on inner edge and starting to crack in tread area

Pass 22 Oct 2011 28,847 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 26,293 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 22,516 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 FTJ is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FTJ, 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 RF56 FTJ registered?

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

Is RF56 FTJ safe to buy?

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