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WR55 EZV

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

92,783 mi
Last recorded92,783 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 EZV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 92,783 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 91,721 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 90,157 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 88,360 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 88,360 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 86,766 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 85,274 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2019 83,511 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 82,661 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 81,604 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 80,513 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 76,765 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 76,765 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2014 71,406 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 71,101 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jan 2013 71,101 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Dec 2011 70,640 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 70,640 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 69,881 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 68,725 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 67,691 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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WR55 EZV is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WR55 EZV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WR55 EZV registered?

WR55 EZV is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is WR55 EZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR55 EZV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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