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GF05 VRD

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

127,506 mi
Last recorded127,506 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 VRD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 127,506 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 105,733 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 80,649 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 68,689 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 60,591 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 52,659 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 42,753 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 42,753 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 33,039 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 VRD is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GF05 VRD, 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 GF05 VRD registered?

GF05 VRD is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is GF05 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 VRD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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