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V18 KYL

2009 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

135,385 mi
Last recorded135,385 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV18 KYL
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 135,385 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 120,828 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 104,816 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 92,358 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 77,688 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 64,266 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 64,266 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 55,994 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 46,958 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 43,291 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 39,191 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 37,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 32,283 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 28,006 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 22,576 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 18,031 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing inner and outer edges

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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V18 KYL is a 2009 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 60,003 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 V18 KYL, 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 17 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 V18 KYL registered?

V18 KYL is a 2009 Lexus IS250, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is V18 KYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V18 KYL 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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