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DG55 VLS

2005 Lexus GS300

Purple Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,000 mi
Last recorded142,000 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 VLS
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 142,000 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 142,000 miles

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 123,746 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 108,322 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 92,091 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 76,152 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 62,154 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 50,392 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 40,298 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 40,298 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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DG55 VLS is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Purple with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DG55 VLS, 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 DG55 VLS registered?

DG55 VLS is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is DG55 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 VLS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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