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2005 Lexus LS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests32 (23 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate71.9%

Mileage

149,179 mi
Last recorded149,179 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUI 259
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

23 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 149,179 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2026 149,179 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 147,151 miles

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 3 Jan 2024 145,401 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jan 2024 145,401 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 143,086 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 140,598 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2022 140,598 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2021 140,598 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 138,173 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 135,745 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 131,940 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jan 2019 131,940 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 127,327 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 122,926 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 116,769 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 116,769 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 110,095 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2015 107,945 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 101,846 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 97,236 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 88,496 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 88,496 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 84,212 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Jun 2012 76,328 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges of tread

Pass 10 Feb 2012 69,472 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 61,446 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 61,446 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 58,650 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 50,410 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 50,402 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 42,653 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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GUI 259 is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.9%.

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 GUI 259, 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 GUI 259 registered?

GUI 259 is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is GUI 259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUI 259 shows 32 tests with a 71.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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