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WV59 UBK

2009 Lexus IS250C

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,442 mi
Last recorded115,442 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS250C52,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 UBK
MakeLexus
ModelIS250C
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 115,442 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 106,137 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 May 2023 98,250 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 93,232 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 85,294 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 76,450 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 70,542 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 59,495 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 50,996 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 50,996 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 41,263 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 41,263 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

offside front tyre bold inside edge & blistering

Pass 1 Dec 2015 34,707 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 29,837 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2013 24,226 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 24,226 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 19,470 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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WV59 UBK is a 2009 Lexus IS250C in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 52,739 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 IS250C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WV59 UBK, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS250C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV59 UBK registered?

WV59 UBK is a 2009 Lexus IS250C, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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