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GS55 LEX

2005 Lexus GS300

Beige Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

89,680 mi
Last recorded89,680 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS55 LEX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2019 89,680 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2018 80,309 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 71,877 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 68,720 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 66,637 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2014 66,637 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 62,868 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 56,387 miles

both sides front brake pads wearing low

Pass 15 Dec 2011 48,899 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 41,307 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)

both front tyres bald on inner tread edges

both rear tyres bald on inner tread edges

Pass 18 Dec 2009 35,010 miles

ALL Tyres wearing inner edges low.

Pass 17 Dec 2008 27,109 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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GS55 LEX is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Beige with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GS55 LEX, 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 GS55 LEX registered?

GS55 LEX is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is GS55 LEX safe to buy?

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