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RV59 FNR

2009 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

125,567 mi
Last recorded125,567 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 FNR
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 125,567 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 125,567 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 121,703 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 116,470 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges 225 40 18

park brake lever has long travel

Pass 2 Nov 2021 105,183 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 105,183 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 93,009 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 82,033 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 82,033 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2018 68,567 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 48,565 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 29,083 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and back (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 12,863 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 9,785 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 5,751 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 1,666 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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RV59 FNR is a 2009 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 60,003 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 RV59 FNR, 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 17 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 RV59 FNR registered?

RV59 FNR is a 2009 Lexus IS250, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is RV59 FNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 FNR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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