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S555 TDM

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,525 mi
Last recorded114,525 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 TDM
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 114,525 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 94,605 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 93,567 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 93,567 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 89,851 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 89,851 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 88,087 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 81,966 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 76,045 miles

Front caliper sliders sticking but ok on rbt

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 71,375 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 64,974 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 64,974 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 59,004 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 52,362 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 52,362 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 46,987 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 46,937 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 32,834 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 18,176 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,131 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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S555 TDM is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S555 TDM, 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

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What year was S555 TDM registered?

S555 TDM is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is S555 TDM safe to buy?

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