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RV56 DVC

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,705 mi
Last recorded145,705 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 DVC
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 145,705 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 139,357 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 139,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 131,987 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2023 125,127 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 117,454 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2022 117,454 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2021 110,003 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 102,757 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2019 97,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 89,729 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 79,304 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 67,511 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted.

Pass 12 Aug 2015 51,582 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 39,838 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 28,320 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 18,579 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 17,387 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 14,586 miles

pans + wet test

Pass 8 Sep 2009 10,851 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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RV56 DVC is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RV56 DVC, 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

How do I check the history of RV56 DVC?

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What year was RV56 DVC registered?

RV56 DVC is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is RV56 DVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 DVC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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