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AY59 XWM

2009 Lexus IS250

Blue Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

103,958 mi
Last recorded103,958 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS25060,003 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 XWM
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 103,958 miles

Central Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 5 Feb 2026 103,956 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 96,732 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 88,841 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 78,384 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 69,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 58,460 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 53,783 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 53,782 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 48,057 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 41,870 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 35,440 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 27,624 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 21,165 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 14,667 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 12,069 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 7,733 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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AY59 XWM is a 2009 Lexus IS250 in Blue with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 AY59 XWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY59 XWM registered?

AY59 XWM is a 2009 Lexus IS250, first registered on 23 September 2009.

Is AY59 XWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 XWM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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