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GV05 EVM

2005 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

114,159 mi
Last recorded114,159 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 EVM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 114,159 miles

Drivers seat has slight movement

Pass 26 Feb 2022 111,742 miles

Drivers seat as slight movement

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 108,379 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 108,379 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 103,793 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 103,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 97,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine oil on minimum

parking brake lazy 18%

Pass 14 Apr 2017 91,350 miles

Both Wing Mirror Glass Deteriorated

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 86,370 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 86,370 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 84,175 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 82,110 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 82,110 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 73,642 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 62,809 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 51,869 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 41,238 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 30,252 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 23,342 miles

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

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

both front wipers split .

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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GV05 EVM is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GV05 EVM, 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.

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What year was GV05 EVM registered?

GV05 EVM is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is GV05 EVM safe to buy?

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