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VX56 SXK

2006 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,187 mi
Last recorded56,187 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 SXK
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 56,187 miles

Rear exhaust heat shields a little loose

Pass 9 May 2025 49,091 miles

Front Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread left 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 46,297 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Sep 2023 41,391 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 37,048 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 32,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

all tyres wearing on edges

Pass 19 Sep 2020 29,035 miles

Offside Rear child seat fitted

both front head lamps deteriorated

nearside rear and centre head rest removed

rear reg plate deteriorated

unable to full check boot area has boot is full of belongings

Pass 22 Aug 2019 24,343 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Sep 2018 20,858 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,275 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 12,564 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 12,346 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 11,923 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 11,452 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 10,733 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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VX56 SXK is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 72,766 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 VX56 SXK, 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 20 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 VX56 SXK registered?

VX56 SXK is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is VX56 SXK safe to buy?

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