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GP55 FXA

2005 Lexus GS430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

64,811 mi
Last recorded64,811 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 FXA
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 64,811 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 64,811 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 63,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged minor cut in inner side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate slight deteriorated & front slightly damaged. (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 61,629 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Mar 2024 61,629 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 56,562 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 53,695 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 50,063 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 50,063 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 45,879 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 37,123 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 25 Mar 2019 37,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear 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 3 Apr 2018 35,279 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 34,763 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 34,171 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 32,096 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 30,765 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 29,712 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 28,147 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 26,045 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 24,735 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
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GP55 FXA is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 71,840 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 GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP55 FXA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GP55 FXA registered?

GP55 FXA is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 13 December 2005.

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