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GR55 VMF

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

139,277 mi
Last recorded139,277 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2023 139,277 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 129,285 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 122,168 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 114,652 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 106,878 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 99,261 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 90,793 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 83,576 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 79,854 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 76,541 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 76,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 68,040 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 64,029 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 62,890 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 57,334 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 57,334 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 47,118 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 39,154 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 27,622 miles

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)

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 VMF is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VMF, 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 GR55 VMF registered?

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

Is GR55 VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR55 VMF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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