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SV57 RUW

2007 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,688 mi
Last recorded85,688 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV57 RUW
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 85,688 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted0

Pass 2 Sep 2024 76,140 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted----

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2023 72,329 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2023 72,294 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 65,885 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all sides front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 62,562 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 59,306 miles

rear brakes sqealing both rear calipers seized

Pass 14 Aug 2019 54,996 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 51,454 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 47,998 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 44,274 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 43,426 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 43,422 miles

Parking brake (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 40,404 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 35,183 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 29,269 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 24,904 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 24,904 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 19,141 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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SV57 RUW is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 69,074 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 SV57 RUW, 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 19 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SV57 RUW?

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What year was SV57 RUW registered?

SV57 RUW is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 3 September 2007.

Is SV57 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV57 RUW shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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