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A7 CTV

2007 Lexus IS250

Black Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

157,381 mi
Last recorded157,381 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Lexus IS25069,074 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 CTV
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 157,381 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2024 152,761 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 142,994 miles

general under body corrosion

Fail 31 Aug 2023 142,994 miles

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

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

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

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

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

general under body corrosion

Pass 25 Aug 2022 134,067 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 128,880 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 123,010 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 123,008 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 116,211 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 103,220 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 94,076 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 83,816 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 73,726 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 1 Sep 2014 63,539 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 57,156 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 52,055 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 41,299 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 41,299 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 36,309 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)

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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A7 CTV is a 2007 Lexus IS250 in Black with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 69,074 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 A7 CTV, 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 19 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 A7 CTV registered?

A7 CTV is a 2007 Lexus IS250, first registered on 21 December 2007.

Is A7 CTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 CTV 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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