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GU05 MGZ

2005 Lexus GS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,287 mi
Last recorded44,287 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 MGZ
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 44,287 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 39,044 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 38,976 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 38,976 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2023 38,653 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 37,698 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 37,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2021 36,732 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 36,201 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 35,062 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 33,790 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 32,434 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 32,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 30,865 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 16 Feb 2015 29,482 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres wearing/worn on inner edges

Pass 17 Feb 2014 27,404 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 12 Mar 2013 25,649 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 6 Feb 2012 23,130 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 20,903 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 18,962 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)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 16,704 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 14,312 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
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GU05 MGZ is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 71,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU05 MGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU05 MGZ registered?

GU05 MGZ is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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