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GV05 BHF

2005 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,736 mi
Last recorded86,736 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 BHF
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2012 86,736 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 70,365 miles

both rear brake discs showing corrosion

Pass 13 May 2010
Pass 23 Jun 2009 65,107 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 46,302 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 46,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nearside front tyre inner and outer edges worn bald

offside front tyre inner edge worn bald

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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GV05 BHF is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV05 BHF, 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 GV05 BHF registered?

GV05 BHF is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is GV05 BHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 BHF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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