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CE55 NXZ

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

156,217 mi
Last recorded156,217 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 NXZ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 156,217 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 156,213 miles

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

tyre presure warning light on

Pass 9 Jan 2024 148,704 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 8 Jan 2024 148,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 142,546 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 136,619 miles

note o/s/r outer door handle stiff to operate

Pass 2 Dec 2020 131,025 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 126,835 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 121,190 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 112,349 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 106,907 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 99,900 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 93,045 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 84,109 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 78,436 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 78,436 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 71,600 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 61,737 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 53,036 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 39,334 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 39,334 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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CE55 NXZ is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CE55 NXZ, 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 CE55 NXZ registered?

CE55 NXZ is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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