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SO12 XVR

2012 Lexus IS250

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,097 mi
Last recorded103,097 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus IS25049,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 XVR
MakeLexus
ModelIS250
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 103,097 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 98,375 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 82,853 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 66,096 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 50,814 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 34,918 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 33,748 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 33,044 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 29,889 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some parts

Pass 22 Sep 2017 26,134 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 24,744 miles

engine and under guards fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2016 22,076 miles

engine and under guards fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2015 19,263 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SO12 XVR is a 2012 Lexus IS250 in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Lexus IS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 49,224 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 SO12 XVR, 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 14 years old, this Lexus IS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO12 XVR registered?

SO12 XVR is a 2012 Lexus IS250, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is SO12 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 XVR shows 13 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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