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YA06 NVL

2006 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,428 mi
Last recorded156,428 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA06 NVL
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 156,428 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 149,669 miles

Exhaust mounting defective both rear exhaust box mount brackets corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamp lenses clouded (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear n/s/r exhaust box heat shield insecure

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear anti roll bar bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 149,669 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Exhaust mounting defective both rear exhaust box mount brackets corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamp lenses clouded (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear n/s/r exhaust box heat shield insecure

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear anti roll bar bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 143,239 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 11 Sep 2023 143,239 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 21 Jul 2023 141,917 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 10 Jul 2023 141,856 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 24 Jun 2022 120,642 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 105,923 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 97,024 miles

engine cover & undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2019 92,478 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 92,478 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 87,811 miles

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

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 8 Jul 2017 83,567 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 9 Jul 2016 80,831 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 77,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 73,912 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 73,912 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2013 67,721 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 62,355 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 62,355 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 55,182 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 50,273 miles

both front tyres balding on inner egdes

Pass 27 Jul 2009 41,554 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
Full Lexus IS250 reliability report

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YA06 NVL is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YA06 NVL, 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.

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What year was YA06 NVL registered?

YA06 NVL is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 31 July 2006.

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