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AD05 OEW

2005 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

164,300 mi
Last recorded164,300 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 OEW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 164,300 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 161,143 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 150,451 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 Oct 2013 150,447 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Engine Warming lamp on.

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 121,186 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside wiper split but clearing screen

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2011 93,337 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 67,851 miles

edges wearing on both front tyres

n/s/r shockabsorber leaking

o/s/f shockabsorber leaking

stone chips in front screen

Pass 25 Sep 2009 50,311 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 23,701 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300?

Based on 172,303 MOT tests across 13,418 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
13,418
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,060
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,795
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,777
position lamp(s) not working 2,752
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AD05 OEW is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 75,342 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD05 OEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD05 OEW registered?

AD05 OEW is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is AD05 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 OEW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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