LEXUS IS2006 · 2.5L PETROL

The most recent MOT on 3 April 2025 resulted in a pass at 144,555 miles. Advisories noted were a product on the nearside and offside headlamp lenses (not seriously reducing light output), both front tyres worn close to the legal limit/worn on edge, and underside corrosion in places. Corrosion appears repeatedly throughout the history: underside corrosion was recorded in 2025, 2024 (both passes and a fail), and 2023; sub‑frame and suspension component corrosion was noted in 2023; rear vehicle structure, rear subframe mounting area, and offside rear brake pipe corrosion were recorded in 2021. Headlamp problems also recur, with an offside headlamp failure on dipped beam in the February 2024 fail and lens product advisories in 2025 and 2021. Front tyre wear close to the limit is only evident in the latest test. Given the mileage of roughly 7,200 miles per year for a 20‑year‑old vehicle, the usage is about typical for its age. This figure does not clearly indicate either unusually light use (which might suggest long periods of storage) or exceptionally high wear; therefore the mileage signal is ambiguous and should not be overstated. The overall condition trend shows persistent corrosion and occasional lighting issues that have not been eliminated over time, while the most recent test passed with only advisories. This suggests the underlying corrosion is stable or slowly worsening rather than improving. For a buyer, the priority checks in person should be: examine the underside and sub‑frames for any active rust or weakening; inspect front and rear suspension components for corrosion, play, or noise; test both headlamps for proper dipped and main beam operation and check the lenses for any deposits or damage; measure tyre tread depth on all four tyres, paying particular attention to edge wear; look at the rear brake pipes and discs for signs of corrosion, pitting, or excessive wear; and, if possible, lift the vehicle to verify the extent of any corrosion noted in the MOT advisories.