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BF55 OJR

2005 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

182,883 mi
Last recorded182,883 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 OJR
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 182,883 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 170,858 miles

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Fail 7 Sep 2017 170,858 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

vsc light check

Pass 20 Sep 2016 161,474 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 147,155 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 147,155 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 130,985 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Sep 2014 130,985 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Sep 2013 116,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 11 Sep 2012 101,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Aug 2011 88,592 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2010 79,262 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 68,080 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 68,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s front tyre wearing on edges and nail in tread

o/s front tyre on legal limits

Pass 29 Aug 2008 58,184 miles

3mm tread on both rear tyres

near side front tyre wearing on iner edge

offside front tyre worn bad on iner edge

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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BF55 OJR is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF55 OJR, 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 BF55 OJR registered?

BF55 OJR is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 23 September 2005.

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