2007 Lexus IS250 2.5L Petrol · GU56 XMX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a remarkably clean maintenance history. The most recent test on 6 November 2025 at 53,017 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a failure just the previous day at 53,015 miles. This specific sequence suggests a minor administrative error or a trivial defect that was rectified immediately, as the subsequent test confirms the vehicle met all legal standards without any advisories or mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,790 miles per year. Between November 2022 and November 2025, the car covered 16,583 miles, maintaining a consistent low-usage profile of roughly 5,500 miles per annum. This low mileage indicates minimal mechanical wear, which typically preserves the structural integrity of the drivetrain and engine components. However, such low mileage on a vehicle of this age often risks the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid chemistry if the car has sat for long periods between uses. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by age rather than mileage. Specifically, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and tyre sidewalls require checking for dry rot or cracking, which occurs regardless of distance. Given the clean record, the buyer should verify that the brake calipers are not seized or corroded from infrequent use. While the MOT history shows no historical structural rust, a thorough inspection of the underbody and sills remains necessary to ensure the low mileage has not masked hidden corrosion over nearly two decades.