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SM12 SWU

2012 Lexus IS250C

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,999 mi
Last recorded55,999 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS250C42,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 SWU
MakeLexus
ModelIS250C
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2025 55,999 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 54,041 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 51,740 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 48,936 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 46,609 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 44,335 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 40,204 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 35,241 miles

Front brake pads wearing thin.

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))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 30,184 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 28,138 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 518,074 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 12,714 miles

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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SM12 SWU is a 2012 Lexus IS250C in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS250C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 42,883 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM12 SWU, 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 14 years old, this Lexus IS250C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM12 SWU?

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What year was SM12 SWU registered?

SM12 SWU is a 2012 Lexus IS250C, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is SM12 SWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 SWU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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