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GR55 VRY

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,185 mi
Last recorded102,185 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 102,185 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 95,224 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 14 Dec 2016 87,330 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 87,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear caliper slider seizing but not affecting brake test.

Pass 27 Nov 2015 78,303 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 78,703 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 72,526 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 65,097 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2013 65,097 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 56,437 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 48,037 miles

Excessive hand brake travel.

O/S/F tyre wearing more then outside.

Pass 22 Dec 2010 38,764 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 29,791 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 22,273 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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GR55 VRY is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 GR55 VRY, 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 VRY registered?

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

Is GR55 VRY safe to buy?

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