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A2 SBG

2005 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,039 mi
Last recorded73,039 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 SBG
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 73,039 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Aug 2025 73,039 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 72,067 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 70,979 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 69,554 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 67,981 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 66,735 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 64,454 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 60,529 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 60,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2017 56,699 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 55,089 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 53,077 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 49,695 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 46,616 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 42,578 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges.

Pass 16 Nov 2011 39,407 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 36,062 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 33,965 miles

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 21 Nov 2008 25,789 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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A2 SBG is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 74,000 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 A2 SBG, 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.

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What year was A2 SBG registered?

A2 SBG is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is A2 SBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 SBG shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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