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FG05 XPM

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

180,138 mi
Last recorded180,138 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 XPM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 180,138 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 166,120 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 166,120 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 165,754 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases failing emission test (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Central Seat belt installation anchorage insecure seat belt stalk missing (5.3.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulges on both sidewalls (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust flanges also worn (7.1.2)

Offside Rear brake pads 2mm - 3mm

Pass 1 Feb 2017 148,386 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 148,386 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective headlamp washer cover missing causing washer fluid being sprayed the opposite direction. (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device insecure caliper security clips fitted incorrectly (3.5.1l)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative x3 of the sensor monitor tyre valves are missing and replaced with normal rubber valves causing the warning light to be illuminating in dash area. (4.1.D.4)

Fail 10 Jan 2017 147,978 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2016 135,676 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 125,461 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 114,068 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 102,861 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 88,449 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

near side front tyre has a small lump on the side wall

Pass 2 Jun 2010 78,271 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 66,883 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 62,018 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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FG05 XPM is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FG05 XPM, 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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FG05 XPM is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 9 July 2005.

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