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SV56 LLX

2006 Lexus IS250

Green Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

115,258 mi
Last recorded115,258 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 LLX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 115,258 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle components are corroded

Fail 7 Jan 2026 115,258 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle components are corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2025 112,978 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges wearing close to limit 225-45-17 budget (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has some cuts on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges wearing close to limit 225-45-17 budget (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 112,971 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges wearing close to limit 225-45-17 budget (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has some cuts on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges wearing close to limit 225-45-17 budget (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface cracked but still fit for purpose (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 108,416 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 108,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 99,074 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2023 99,074 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 93,533 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 90,678 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 90,672 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 89,729 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 72,561 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 69,714 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 63,376 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Apr 2016 60,125 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine and under covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Apr 2015 57,276 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Apr 2014 54,613 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 51,362 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 43,643 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

osr tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 11 Jan 2011 38,298 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 24,086 miles

Damage to front of vehicle

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 24,086 miles

Damage to front of vehicle

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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SV56 LLX is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Green with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 SV56 LLX, 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 SV56 LLX registered?

SV56 LLX is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is SV56 LLX safe to buy?

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