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GF05 UYY

2005 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

182,788 mi
Last recorded182,788 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 UYY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 182,788 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 158,021 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 142,714 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 May 2018 142,714 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2017 127,155 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 109,020 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 109,020 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 100,713 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 90,699 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 82,369 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 82,359 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 May 2012 72,612 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 59,924 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 59,924 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 47,743 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

travel on parking brake lever

Pass 15 Apr 2009 36,263 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

travel on parking brake lever

Pass 22 Apr 2008 25,258 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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GF05 UYY is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GF05 UYY, 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 GF05 UYY registered?

GF05 UYY is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is GF05 UYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 UYY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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