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DF55 VSG

2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto

Green Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

119,464 mi
Last recorded119,464 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto80,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 VSG
MakeLexus
ModelIs 250 SE Auto
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 119,464 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 111,776 miles

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

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

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

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

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jan 2024 103,646 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 96,768 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 92,421 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 85,245 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2020 85,245 miles

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

Rear Road wheel fixing missing both side (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 76,258 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 71,860 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 68,307 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 62,618 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 59,310 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 56,565 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 52,885 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 50,953 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 46,260 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 38,380 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 29,795 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 23,288 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Is 250 SE Auto?

Based on 4,771 MOT tests across 324 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
5,871
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
324
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 108
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
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DF55 VSG is a 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto in Green with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 80,442 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus Is 250 SE Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF55 VSG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Is 250 SE Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus Is 250 SE Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DF55 VSG registered?

DF55 VSG is a 2005 Lexus Is 250 SE Auto, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is DF55 VSG safe to buy?

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