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RV56 WBU

2006 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

112,685 mi
Last recorded112,685 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 WBU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 112,685 miles

Rear both rear subframe brackets corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2025 112,684 miles

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

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

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

Rear both rear subframe brackets corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2024 107,048 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 21 Jul 2023 96,974 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 89,096 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 81,624 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 78,989 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 76,139 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 72,039 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 65,992 miles

offside and nearside rear tyre valves starting to deteriorate

Pass 11 Mar 2016 58,271 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 52,478 miles

Front wipers split but clearing screen

Pass 21 Mar 2014 46,791 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 42,021 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 35,985 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 29,437 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 25,734 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 WBU is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WBU, 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 RV56 WBU registered?

RV56 WBU is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is RV56 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 WBU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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