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GU05 MFJ

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

89,144 mi
Last recorded89,144 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 MFJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 89,144 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 85,233 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 82,164 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Aug 2023 80,481 miles

engine covers and under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Aug 2022 76,707 miles

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 6 Aug 2021 71,737 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 71,415 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 70,433 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 70,433 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 67,469 miles

Nearside Rear trim panel insecure causing slight scrubbing on tyre

Offside Rear trim panel insecure causing slight scrubbing on tyre

all tyres cracked on sidewalls

Pass 8 Mar 2017 66,010 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 62,713 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 62,692 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2016 62,652 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 60,296 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 56,510 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 52,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2012 35,959 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,662 miles

N/S/R tyre close to legal limit and has cracks in tread due to puncture repair. Advise replacement.

Fail 8 Mar 2011 30,662 miles

N/S/R tyre close to legal limit and has cracks in tread due to puncture repair. Advise replacement.

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 25,968 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 21,195 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 15,646 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in offside front tyre

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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GU05 MFJ is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 GU05 MFJ, 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

How do I check the history of GU05 MFJ?

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What year was GU05 MFJ registered?

GU05 MFJ is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GU05 MFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 MFJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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