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BK05 JRX

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,938 mi
Last recorded156,938 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 JRX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 156,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

fuel tank exhaust shield insecure

Fail 25 May 2018 156,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

fuel tank exhaust shield insecure

Pass 27 May 2017 145,942 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 145,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front headlamp levelling sensor broken

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

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

Pass 26 May 2016 131,783 miles

surface corrosion on brake pipe @ nsr

Pass 27 May 2015 114,680 miles

EML on

n/s h/brake weak

Pass 30 May 2014 90,370 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 56,710 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 50,444 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 45,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 45,015 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 38,822 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 32,140 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 32,130 miles

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Apr 2008 24,953 miles

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge.

o/s front tyre worn to limit on inner edge, advise replacement.

rear brake discs rusty.

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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BK05 JRX is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver 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 BK05 JRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK05 JRX registered?

BK05 JRX is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is BK05 JRX safe to buy?

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