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S20 SYD

2007 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

162,807 mi
Last recorded162,807 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS20 SYD
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 162,807 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2026 162,807 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2025 158,039 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2025 158,033 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 129,294 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 113,271 miles

Offside Front 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 25 Nov 2021 112,033 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 110,135 miles

plastic covers & undertrays fitted obscurring some parts

Pass 24 Jan 2020 108,232 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front engine covers and under trays obscuring view

Fail 24 Jan 2020 108,232 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm 245/45R17 95W (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both ns/os ns/os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Front engine covers and under trays obscuring view

Pass 31 Jan 2019 103,592 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jan 2019 103,592 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 95,697 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 19 Feb 2018 95,697 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 88,991 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 24 Feb 2017 88,991 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45/R17 95W (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 May 2015 73,168 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 73,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 May 2014 66,821 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 66,821 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 18 Mar 2013 59,271 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Mar 2012 51,795 miles

nsf tyre has 2 nails in tread 1 close to shoulder

Pass 28 Mar 2011 44,584 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 44,584 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 35,348 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 35,254 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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
Full Lexus IS250 reliability report

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S20 SYD is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 69,074 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 S20 SYD, 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 19 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S20 SYD registered?

S20 SYD is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 March 2007.

Is S20 SYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S20 SYD shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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