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C1 KAE

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

122,889 mi
Last recorded122,889 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC1 KAE
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 122,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 119,561 miles

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

Offside Rear exhaust heat sheald worn louce

componets underside front and rear rusty

engine covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2023 118,062 miles

Offside Rear exhaust heat sheald hanging down

componets underside rusty

engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2022 115,437 miles

Both headlamp lenses deteriorating

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 109,886 miles

Offside Rear exhaust heat sheald

componets underside rusty

engine bay covers fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2020 106,391 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 103,239 miles

plastic covers fitted muddy underside

Pass 15 Oct 2018 98,711 miles

COVERS & UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin TO EXCESS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 92,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

covers & under trays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2016 87,582 miles

engine covers fitted

floor pan covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2015 82,211 miles

engine covers fitted

floor pan covers fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2014 73,583 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2013 68,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Oct 2013 67,993 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2012 61,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 53,776 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 47,616 miles

plastic covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2009 41,718 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 34,396 miles

n/s/f tyre on limit

o/s/f tyre wearing low

o/s/r tyre worn inner 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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C1 KAE is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 C1 KAE, 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 C1 KAE registered?

C1 KAE is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is C1 KAE safe to buy?

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