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GK56 VGP

2006 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

82,526 mi
Last recorded82,526 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus GS30074,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 VGP
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 82,526 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 82,526 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 81,411 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 81,411 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 78,121 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 76,393 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 76,392 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jul 2022 74,974 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted.

Pass 9 Jul 2021 72,809 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 71,015 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 68,574 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 68,571 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 62,494 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 62,490 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Aug 2017 56,207 miles

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

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 26 Jul 2016 48,271 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 41,293 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 36,767 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 32,196 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 27,690 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 23,808 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 18,640 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,144 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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GK56 VGP is a 2006 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 74,124 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 GK56 VGP, 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 20 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 GK56 VGP registered?

GK56 VGP is a 2006 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GK56 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK56 VGP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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