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AY09 GZX

2009 Lexus IS250

Red Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

135,781 mi
Last recorded135,781 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY09 GZX
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 135,781 miles

Engine cover under tray & sills covers fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2023 128,454 miles

engine cover under tray & sills covers fitted

Fail 18 Nov 2023 128,454 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

engine cover under tray & sills covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2022 122,152 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 116,631 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 108,482 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 98,679 miles

front brake pads starting to wear low

Fail 24 May 2019 98,679 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

front brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 24 May 2018 89,010 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 89,010 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2017 77,820 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 4 May 2016 70,119 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 59,040 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 52,358 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2013 39,378 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jun 2013 39,353 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

O/S/F tyre worn close to cord construction on inner edge

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Both rear tyres badly split between tread

Pass 15 Jun 2012 22,762 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 22,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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AY09 GZX is a 2009 Lexus IS250 in Red with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 60,003 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY09 GZX, 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 17 years old, this Lexus IS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY09 GZX registered?

AY09 GZX is a 2009 Lexus IS250, first registered on 18 June 2009.

Is AY09 GZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY09 GZX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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