LEXUS IS250 GU56ZYW has 24 MOTs

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This 2006 LEXUS IS250 has Passed 17 MOTs and Failed 7 times since 2009

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 162,926 miles 3 weeks ago on Thursday 30th April 2026 at 12:21.

The current MOT will expire in 12 months on Saturday 1st May 2027.

The current Tax will expire in 11 months on Thursday 1st April 2027.

GU56ZYW MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED1ST MAY 2027162,926 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Shock Absorbers Has Light Misting Of Oil (5.3.2 (b))
PASSED2ND MAY 20251ST MAY 2026159,137 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. MINOR - Front Windscreen Wiper Blade Defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  4. ADVISORY - Electronic Stability Control Warning Lamp Not Working (7.12 (e))
FAILED2ND MAY 2025159,137 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. PRS - Engine Mil Inoperative Or Indicates A Malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  4. PRS - Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (3.5 (a))
  5. MINOR - Front Windscreen Wiper Blade Defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  6. ADVISORY - Electronic Stability Control Warning Lamp Not Working (7.12 (e))
PASSED17TH APRIL 202417TH APRIL 2025156,204 MI
PASSED18TH APRIL 202317TH APRIL 2024153,567 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Brake Pipe Corroded, Covered In Grease Or Other Material Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
PASSED14TH APRIL 202213TH APRIL 2023148,457 MI
PASSED29TH MARCH 202113TH APRIL 2022144,186 MI
PASSED14TH APRIL 202013TH APRIL 2021142,478 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Child Seat Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Adult Belt
FAILED11TH APRIL 2020142,446 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Engine Mil Inoperative Or Indicates A Malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  2. MAJOR - Electronic Stability Control Warning Lamp Indicates A Fault (7.12 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Child Seat Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection Of Adult Belt
PASSED12TH DECEMBER 201813TH DECEMBER 2019138,226 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Hand Brake Leveler Pedal Rubber Missing
FAILED12TH DECEMBER 2018138,226 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Hand Brake Leveler Pedal Rubber Missing
  2. MAJOR - Engine Mil Inoperative Or Indicates A Malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  3. MAJOR - Electronic Stability Control Warning Lamp Indicates A Fault (7.12 (e))
  4. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
PASSED14TH DECEMBER 201713TH DECEMBER 2018131,441 MI
FAILED13TH DECEMBER 2017131,441 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Central Exhaust Has A Major Leak Of Exhaust Gases (7.1.2)
  2. FAIL - Exhaust Emissions Lambda Reading After 2nd Fast Idle Outside Specified Limits (7.3.d.3)
PASSED9TH DECEMBER 20169TH DECEMBER 2017121,709 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Parking Brake Pedal Rubber Missing
PASSED19TH NOVEMBER 20159TH DECEMBER 2016112,020 MI
PASSED3RD DECEMBER 20149TH DECEMBER 2015105,015 MI
FAILED1ST DECEMBER 2014104,998 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Offside Headlamp Not Working On Dipped Beam (1.7.5a)
PASSED10TH DECEMBER 20139TH DECEMBER 201494,945 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Has A Light Misting Of Oil (2.7.3)
FAILED9TH DECEMBER 201394,931 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Nearside Front Tyre Tread Depth Below Requirements Of 1.6mm (4.1.e.1)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Shock Absorber Has A Light Misting Of Oil (2.7.3)
PASSED3RD DECEMBER 20122ND DECEMBER 201378,659 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Parking Brake Lever Has Little Reserve Travel (3.1.6b)
FAILED3RD DECEMBER 201278,655 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Nearside Headlamp Not Working On Dipped Beam (1.7.5a)
  2. PRS - Offside Front Wheel Nut(s) Missing (4.2.a.1e)
  3. ADVISORY - Parking Brake Lever Has Little Reserve Travel (3.1.6b)
PASSED16TH SEPTEMBER 201115TH SEPTEMBER 201275,020 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
PASSED13TH AUGUST 201012TH AUGUST 201158,699 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Parking Brake: Parking Brake Efficiency Only Just Met. It Would Appear That The Braking System Requires Adjustment Or Repair. (3.7.c.1b)
PASSED13TH NOVEMBER 200912TH NOVEMBER 201050,270 MI
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

GU56ZYW Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 71% | MOT Failure Rate: 29%

GU56ZYW MOT Comments

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GU56ZYW Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 162,926 miles | Average yearly mileage: 8,146 miles

GU56ZYW FAQs

This Lexus Is250 with registration GU56ZYW was manufactured on Friday 1st September 2006 so it is currently 20 years old. Its colour is Red and it has a 2.5 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2026 was 162,926 miles, so this Lexus has travelled an average of 8,146 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 24 MOTs on record for this Lexus Is250 beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2009. We can see 7 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means GU56ZYW has a 71% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Lexus Is250 has had 21 Advisories, 3 PRS Notices, 2 Minor, 4 Major, 0 Dangerous and 5 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Lexus Is250 is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 11 months on Thursday 1st April 2027 .

Does GU56ZYW have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Tuesday 19th May 2026 GU56ZYW does have an active MOT. Read more

Is GU56ZYW Taxed?

Yes, as of Tuesday 19th May 2026 GU56ZYW does have Tax. Read more

When does GU56ZYW Tax expire?

The current Tax for GU56ZYW will expire in 11 months on Thursday 1st April 2027. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does GU56ZYW MOT expire?

The current MOT for GU56ZYW will expire in 12 months on Saturday 1st May 2027. Read more

When did GU56ZYW have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for GU56ZYW was on Thursday 30th April 2026 at 12:21. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has GU56ZYW Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 24 MOTs on record for GU56ZYW we can see 17 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has GU56ZYW Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 24 MOTs on record for GU56ZYW we can see 7 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 71% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is GU56ZYW?

GU56ZYW is registered as a 2006 Lexus Is250. Read more

How many miles has GU56ZYW done?

The odometer reading for GU56ZYW at the last MOT in April 2026 was 162,926 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 8,146 miles per year. Read more

How old is GU56ZYW?

The vehicle GU56ZYW was manufactured in 2006 so it is currently 20 years old. It was first registered on Friday 1st September 2006. Read more

What colour is GU56ZYW?

The official colour of GU56ZYW is recorded as Red. Read more

What engine does GU56ZYW have?

GU56ZYW has a 2.5 litre Petrol engine. Read more

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