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GR55 VKP

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

116,292 mi
Last recorded116,292 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR55 VKP
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 116,292 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 114,808 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 109,181 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 104,226 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 99,604 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 96,011 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2019 64,580 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 54,886 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 54,886 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Bulb inoperative (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 48,663 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 39,198 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted.

Pass 8 Apr 2015 36,231 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2014 25,577 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 17,845 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

near side front tyre cut on side wall

Pass 18 Feb 2012 12,739 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2012 12,739 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 6,654 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 6,131 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 4,757 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 4,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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GR55 VKP is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GR55 VKP, 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 GR55 VKP registered?

GR55 VKP is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is GR55 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR55 VKP shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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