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SW55 BKE

2005 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,421 mi
Last recorded90,421 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 BKE
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 90,421 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 90,421 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 86,250 miles

Nearside Front Slight exhaust blow not affecting emissions

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 81,725 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 76,875 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 76,875 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 67,653 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 67,653 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

EML on

Pass 7 Feb 2015 59,948 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 52,878 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 45,186 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 35,200 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 32,602 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 29,039 miles

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

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

cut in n/s/f tyre

oil "4" service?

Pass 9 Jan 2009 26,019 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2009 26,019 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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SW55 BKE 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 75%.

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 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 SW55 BKE, 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 SW55 BKE registered?

SW55 BKE is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is SW55 BKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 BKE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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