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GF55 FYB

2005 Lexus GS300

Purple Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,175 mi
Last recorded107,175 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 FYB
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 107,175 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 99,294 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 99,294 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 91,305 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 86,803 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 82,923 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 77,866 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 74,666 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 70,629 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 67,781 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 63,338 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 58,524 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2008 1,234 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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GF55 FYB is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Purple with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 GF55 FYB, 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 GF55 FYB registered?

GF55 FYB is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is GF55 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 FYB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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