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DF05 EJV

2005 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

164,807 mi
Last recorded164,807 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 EJV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 164,807 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 151,835 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 132,080 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 19 Oct 2023 132,080 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 25 Oct 2022 126,929 miles

Tyre pressure system malfunction

Pass 8 Nov 2021 121,419 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components

Fail 27 Oct 2021 121,330 miles

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components

Pass 29 Oct 2020 111,495 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 109,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 105,219 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 99,439 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn smooth on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front slightly worn on the inner edge

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 92,486 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall

Nearside wiper split

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 84,285 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Pass 4 Dec 2014 77,329 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 68,179 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 65,772 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 65,772 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 59,243 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 51,711 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 43,642 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 35,112 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 26,814 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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DF05 EJV is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DF05 EJV, 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 DF05 EJV registered?

DF05 EJV is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 July 2005.

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