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GU06 VRN

2006 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

133,810 mi
Last recorded133,810 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus GS30074,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU06 VRN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 133,810 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 132,474 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 132,474 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 130,056 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 128,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2022 128,662 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 123,176 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 123,176 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 121,058 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 111,947 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 105,074 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 98,313 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 92,842 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 92,351 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 92,351 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 82,649 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 71,834 miles

all four tyres worn low and close to legal limit

Pass 14 Mar 2012 62,459 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 51,615 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 40,039 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 28,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 28,301 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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GU06 VRN is a 2006 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 74,124 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 GU06 VRN, 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 20 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GU06 VRN registered?

GU06 VRN is a 2006 Lexus GS300, first registered on 8 March 2006.

Is GU06 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU06 VRN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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