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GV55 DWM

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

53,445 mi
Last recorded53,445 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 DWM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 53,445 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 48,722 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 48,665 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 48,665 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 48,563 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 48,389 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 47,960 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 47,787 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault

Pass 19 Oct 2017 47,668 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 46,906 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 45,878 miles

cut in offside front tyre sidewall

Pass 14 Oct 2014 45,298 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 44,357 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 39,625 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 37,101 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 32,865 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 32,865 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 27,109 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 19,901 miles

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

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)

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

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

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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GV55 DWM is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GV55 DWM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GV55 DWM?

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What year was GV55 DWM registered?

GV55 DWM is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is GV55 DWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 DWM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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