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GU05 LFF

2005 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,666 mi
Last recorded140,666 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 LFF
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 140,666 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 132,285 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 132,275 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 131,205 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Mar 2014 128,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front number plate cracked

Pass 20 Mar 2014 128,299 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front number plate cracked

Pass 26 Mar 2013 124,051 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 117,485 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 117,477 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2011 110,339 miles

nsr tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2010 104,861 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 97,675 miles

both front tyres wearing edges

Fail 30 Mar 2009 97,675 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

both front tyres wearing edges

Pass 7 Mar 2008 76,409 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus LS430?

Based on 44,904 MOT tests across 2,597 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
5,578
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,433
position lamp(s) not working 519
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 468
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 384
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GU05 LFF is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 84,304 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 LS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU05 LFF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus LS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU05 LFF registered?

GU05 LFF is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is GU05 LFF safe to buy?

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