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SM12 EVJ

2012 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,461 mi
Last recorded94,461 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS25049,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 EVJ
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 94,461 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underbody & Suspension Parts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 90,119 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 83,595 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Jul 2023 76,974 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 76,974 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 69,725 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 69,671 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 31 Jul 2021 66,170 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 62,283 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 59,197 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 55,733 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))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 53,753 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 51,233 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 46,994 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 30,197 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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SM12 EVJ is a 2012 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 49,224 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 SM12 EVJ, 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 14 years old, this Lexus IS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM12 EVJ registered?

SM12 EVJ is a 2012 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is SM12 EVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 EVJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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