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RO56 VKG

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

51,065 mi
Last recorded51,065 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 VKG
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 51,065 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 49,006 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 47,589 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 46,983 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 44,687 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 44,687 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 43,597 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 42,123 miles

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 3 Sep 2018 39,757 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 36,530 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 34,980 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 34,980 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 32,317 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 27,953 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 27,953 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 24,982 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 21,154 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 18,204 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 14,858 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 14,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 11,483 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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RO56 VKG is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RO56 VKG, 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 RO56 VKG registered?

RO56 VKG is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is RO56 VKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO56 VKG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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