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GV55 KBU

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,957 mi
Last recorded211,957 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 211,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2019 211,957 miles

Central Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak 'Y' split (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 200,536 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 199,220 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 199,220 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 184,712 miles

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

slight chips to windscreen

Pass 11 Sep 2015 164,797 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 142,712 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 142,712 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 123,952 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 105,843 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 89,195 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 72,316 miles

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

both rear brake discs faces redued slightly

Pass 16 Sep 2009 52,652 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 35,404 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)

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 KBU is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV55 KBU, 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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GV55 KBU is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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