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WG55 TZN

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

123,742 mi
Last recorded123,742 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 TZN
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 123,742 miles

catalytic converter to centre section flanges deteriorated

Pass 22 Nov 2023 115,841 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 101,271 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 87,457 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 85,878 miles

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))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 81,696 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 78,256 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 75,318 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 72,920 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 69,628 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 69,628 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2014 66,622 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 62,170 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 49,056 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 38,930 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 32,543 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 30 Oct 2009 27,699 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 21,171 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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WG55 TZN is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 74,000 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 WG55 TZN, 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 21 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WG55 TZN registered?

WG55 TZN is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 22 November 2005.

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