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GV05 MZT

2005 Lexus LS430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

112,347 mi
Last recorded112,347 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 MZT
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 112,347 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 109,484 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 105,950 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 102,875 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 100,870 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 100,870 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 99,303 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 97,727 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 94,430 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 90,801 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 87,274 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 26 Aug 2015 83,370 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 83,370 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 80,166 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 76,195 miles

Engine management light illuminated

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

Tyre pressure warning light indicates a fault

Pass 10 Sep 2012 72,290 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2012 72,290 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 61,923 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 57,556 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 45,376 miles

both rear tyres low and bald inner edges

Pass 20 Jan 2009 36,727 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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GV05 MZT is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV05 MZT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV05 MZT registered?

GV05 MZT is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is GV05 MZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 MZT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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