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BV05 YTW

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

94,716 mi
Last recorded94,716 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 YTW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 94,716 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 94,676 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 91,895 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

tpms light on

Fail 20 Sep 2024 91,621 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases y section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

tpms light on

Pass 9 Oct 2023 88,938 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2023 88,742 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 86,211 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 83,279 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 80,915 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 79,340 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 74,592 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 68,114 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 65,955 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 61,245 miles

under trays fitted preventing a full underside component inspection

Fail 15 Jun 2016 61,245 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

under trays fitted preventing a full underside component inspection

Pass 3 Jul 2015 56,126 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 51,319 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 47,066 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 41,241 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)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 35,363 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 30,167 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 23,356 miles

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 19 Jun 2008 17,503 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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BV05 YTW is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BV05 YTW, 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 BV05 YTW registered?

BV05 YTW is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BV05 YTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 YTW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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