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VK12 UWV

2012 Lexus IS250C

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,708 mi
Last recorded44,708 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS250C42,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 UWV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250C
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 44,708 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 42,608 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 41,294 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 41,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Feb 2023 39,545 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 38,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 36,412 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 35,058 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 32,293 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 27,734 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 23,402 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,577 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 15,084 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250C?

Based on 8,328 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
3,955
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 44
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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VK12 UWV is a 2012 Lexus IS250C in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS250C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 42,883 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS250C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK12 UWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Lexus IS250C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK12 UWV registered?

VK12 UWV is a 2012 Lexus IS250C, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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