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SB55 FFU

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

84,261 mi
Last recorded84,261 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB55 FFU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 84,261 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 83,196 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 83,151 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL FRONT AND REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 80,329 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 76,077 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 73,165 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 69,807 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 69,805 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2018 66,508 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 62,395 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 58,346 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 53,599 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2015 53,599 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 48,075 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 43,361 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 36,229 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 28,628 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 22,706 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 18,928 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 14,138 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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SB55 FFU is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 74,000 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 SB55 FFU, 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 21 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 SB55 FFU registered?

SB55 FFU is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is SB55 FFU safe to buy?

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