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GV55 KKX

2005 Lexus GS300

Beige Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

103,133 mi
Last recorded103,133 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KKX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 103,133 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 94,191 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 92,384 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked and has a stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 92,384 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked and has a stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 90,159 miles

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

Stone chip in screen

Fail 29 Nov 2021 90,146 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Stone chip in screen

Pass 1 Dec 2020 86,302 miles

Ns rear tyre tread is wearing low

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

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

Stone chip in screen

Pass 12 Dec 2019 82,956 miles

Os front tyre is wearing on edge

Fail 12 Dec 2019 82,942 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure On outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre R ()

Os front brake pin not seated flush to caliper

Os front tyre is wearing on edge

TPMS light is on

Pass 27 Nov 2018 77,262 miles

T P M S Light is on

Pass 11 Oct 2017 69,128 miles

Handbrake travel is high

T P M S light is flashing

Pass 4 Nov 2016 61,844 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 57,370 miles

Ns rear tyre has worn on inner edge [225/50/17v]

Os rear tyre has worn on inner edge

TPMS Light is on

Pass 3 Oct 2014 53,126 miles

All tyres are wearing on extreme edges [225/50/17]

Pass 22 Oct 2013 49,555 miles

Tyres are showing signs of wear on edges

Fail 22 Oct 2013 49,555 miles

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

Tyres are showing signs of wear on edges

Pass 23 Oct 2012 43,632 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 43,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 38,802 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 32,209 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 24,677 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 18,237 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 18,237 miles

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

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 KKX is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Beige with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 KKX, 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 KKX registered?

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

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