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SM55 JXY

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,733 mi
Last recorded99,733 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 JXY
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2024 99,733 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 98,405 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material middle from front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 96,489 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 93,327 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 88,011 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2019 82,627 miles

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

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2018 80,167 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2017 77,474 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2016 73,814 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 70,193 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 65,860 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2014 59,136 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 54,998 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 48,736 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 42,648 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 35,025 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 27,791 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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SM55 JXY is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM55 JXY, 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 SM55 JXY registered?

SM55 JXY is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is SM55 JXY safe to buy?

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