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GV05 VFO

2005 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,195 mi
Last recorded48,195 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 VFO
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2016 48,195 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 45,281 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 42,518 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 39,805 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 35,996 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 31,968 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 28,553 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 24,887 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 18,678 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 10,063 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 10,058 miles

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

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

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 VFO is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VFO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV05 VFO registered?

GV05 VFO is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is GV05 VFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 VFO shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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