2006 Lexus IS250 2.5L Petrol · VC53 CFC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern of structural and component degradation. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025, it failed immediately prior due to lighting issues, tyre wear, and significant corrosion. The presence of corrosion on the rear sub-frame and brake pipes indicates that while the car is currently legal for the road, these areas are actively deteriorating and require ongoing monitoring to prevent future structural failure. At 153,717 miles, the car has averaged approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is consistent with a twenty-year-old luxury vehicle. There was a notable gap of over 11,000 miles between October 2023 and September 2024, followed by another 11,000 miles in the following year. This consistent usage suggests the car is driven regularly, but the age of the vehicle places high demands on rubber components and metalwork irrespective of the relatively low annual mileage figures. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the bodywork, as records have repeatedly flagged corrosion in both sills and the rear sub-frame. Specific attention should be paid to the rear artwork pipes and the nearside anti-roll bar linkage, which has previously been identified as seriously weakened by rust. The buyer should also verify that the front tyres have been replaced recently, as the last test noted significant wear on the edges, which often indicates an underlying alignment or suspension issue.