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BT55 MHO

2005 Lexus IS250

Grey Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,528 mi
Last recorded187,528 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS25074,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 MHO
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 187,528 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 169,332 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 148,645 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 108,892 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 94,905 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 91,292 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement

Pass 6 Sep 2019 84,348 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 77,320 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 75,353 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 74,585 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 72,618 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 71,352 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 69,685 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 66,527 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 64,032 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 61,643 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 58,764 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 57,944 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 53,527 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 50,263 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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BT55 MHO is a 2005 Lexus IS250 in Grey with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BT55 MHO, 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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BT55 MHO is a 2005 Lexus IS250, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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