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YF55 XAL

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,583 mi
Last recorded108,583 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF55 XAL
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 108,583 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 104,282 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 99,914 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 99,914 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 90,196 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2022 90,196 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 81,084 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 81,084 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 740,990 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 71,649 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 71,515 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 67,980 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 66,311 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 65,047 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 63,164 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 61,044 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 58,559 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 53,013 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 47,199 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 39,633 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 32,349 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear seat only allowing partial inspection of seat belt

Pass 18 Feb 2009 26,408 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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YF55 XAL is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 74,000 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YF55 XAL, 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 YF55 XAL registered?

YF55 XAL is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is YF55 XAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF55 XAL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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