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SV55 YOA

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

414,506 mi
Last recorded414,506 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 YOA
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 414,506 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 103,300 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 98,480 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 93,676 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 89,193 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 69,151 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 52,888 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 37,505 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 24,557 miles

child seat fited n/s/r

n/s/f tyre has a cut ( inner edge)

Fail 21 May 2016 24,557 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

child seat fited n/s/r

n/s/f tyre has a cut ( inner edge)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 19,632 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 16,652 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 14,176 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 10,359 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 8,795 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 5,490 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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SV55 YOA is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SV55 YOA, 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.

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What year was SV55 YOA registered?

SV55 YOA is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is SV55 YOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 YOA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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