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ML59 NBY

2009 Lexus IS250C

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

85,107 mi
Last recorded85,107 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus IS250C52,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 NBY
MakeLexus
ModelIS250C
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 85,107 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 78,014 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source 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))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 77,976 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source 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))

both rear calipers lower slide pins rubber boots split and missing

Pass 29 Nov 2023 72,435 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly perishing in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 69,433 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2022 69,367 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2021 68,161 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 67,807 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 67,807 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 67,226 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 66,710 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2019 66,710 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 62,260 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 54,667 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wearing (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 45,587 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 85,680 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 35,026 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 34,365 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 29,989 miles

nearside and offside front tyres have cuts in sidewalls

Pass 5 Nov 2012 27,026 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 27,026 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Lexus IS250C?

Based on 8,328 MOT tests across 580 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
3,955
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
580
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 44
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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ML59 NBY is a 2009 Lexus IS250C in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Lexus IS250C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 52,739 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 IS250C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML59 NBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS250C typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Lexus IS250C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ML59 NBY is a 2009 Lexus IS250C, first registered on 23 October 2009.

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