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SC55 JKV

2006 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,103 mi
Last recorded123,103 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 JKV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 123,103 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 115,699 miles

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

covers fitted underneath the vehicle

Pass 3 May 2022 112,480 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 107,405 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 107,405 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 103,846 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 98,315 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 84,080 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 75,061 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 62,893 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 58,150 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 49,534 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2014 45,393 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 40,022 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 40,022 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 35,062 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 29,831 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 29,831 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 29,157 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 23,562 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 20,001 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 20,001 miles

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

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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SC55 JKV is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SC55 JKV, 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 SC55 JKV registered?

SC55 JKV is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 11 February 2006.

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