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VK12 UWU

2012 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,354 mi
Last recorded39,354 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS25049,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 UWU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 39,354 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 39,349 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 37,538 miles

long travel on park brake lever

Pass 15 Dec 2023 37,242 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 34,012 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 31,477 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 26,273 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 19,588 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 17,809 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 15,117 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 14,041 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 10,100 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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VK12 UWU is a 2012 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 49,224 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 VK12 UWU, 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 14 years old, this Lexus IS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VK12 UWU?

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What year was VK12 UWU registered?

VK12 UWU is a 2012 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is VK12 UWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 UWU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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