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YS56 ZDV

2006 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

152,278 mi
Last recorded152,278 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS56 ZDV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 152,278 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Front fog lamp missing

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 152,278 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Front fog lamp missing

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 150,659 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 149,335 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 147,953 miles

Offside Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 146,221 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 144,413 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 144,413 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 142,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 140,326 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre wall cracked

Pass 15 Feb 2017 137,635 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 135,493 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 132,155 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 128,920 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 121,618 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 105,531 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 105,527 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 80,804 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2009 62,832 miles

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

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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YS56 ZDV is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 YS56 ZDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YS56 ZDV registered?

YS56 ZDV is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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The MOT history for YS56 ZDV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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