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VJL 897

2007 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,464 mi
Last recorded90,464 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJL 897
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 90,464 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 87,813 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 84,799 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 82,474 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 79,472 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 78,082 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 78,082 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 74,648 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 72,022 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 68,692 miles

engine covers, under trays and outer sill covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Apr 2016 63,382 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 59,772 miles

plastic covers under bonnet and car causing restricted view of some components

Pass 16 Dec 2014 51,769 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 46,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn bald/smooth in inner shoulder

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2013 46,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front tyre worn bald/smooth in inner shoulder

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2012 38,850 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 28,792 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 22,379 miles

Damage to N/S/F tyre sidewall, not exposing cords.

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

Offside 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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VJL 897 is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VJL 897, 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

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What year was VJL 897 registered?

VJL 897 is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is VJL 897 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJL 897 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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