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DK05 ZJN

2005 Lexus LS430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

59,462 mi
Last recorded59,462 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 ZJN
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 59,462 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 55,382 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 51,385 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 45,882 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 39,833 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 34,355 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 29,441 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 23,252 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 18,850 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 18,841 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 18,735 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 18,162 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 16,648 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 15,921 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 15,153 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 15,153 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2011 13,490 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 12,188 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 12,188 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,074 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 8,688 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus LS430?

Based on 44,904 MOT tests across 2,597 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
5,578
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,433
position lamp(s) not working 519
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 468
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 384
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DK05 ZJN is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2005 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 84,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus LS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK05 ZJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus LS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK05 ZJN registered?

DK05 ZJN is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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The MOT history for DK05 ZJN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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