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GV55 KGG

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,276 mi
Last recorded128,276 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 128,276 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Parking brake (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2015 118,576 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 105,955 miles

NSF MIRROR GLASS CRACKED.

Pass 12 May 2014 99,935 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 89,001 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 81,856 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Oct 2012 81,856 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Oct 2011 70,082 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 59,292 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 47,659 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 35,296 miles

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s front tyre worn inner edge just on 1.6mm pass limit

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 KGG is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 KGG, 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 GV55 KGG registered?

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

Is GV55 KGG safe to buy?

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