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YV56 HZB

2006 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

168,123 mi
Last recorded168,123 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus IS25072,766 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV56 HZB
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 168,123 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 166,826 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 156,316 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 147,815 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 142,540 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 136,419 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 130,140 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 123,400 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 122,278 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside wishbonebushes (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside/offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 120,661 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 120,661 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2013 111,584 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 93,941 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 82,328 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 66,192 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 51,555 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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YV56 HZB is a 2006 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YV56 HZB, 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 YV56 HZB registered?

YV56 HZB is a 2006 Lexus IS250, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is YV56 HZB safe to buy?

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