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GV55 KME

2005 Lexus LS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

150,247 mi
Last recorded150,247 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KME
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 150,247 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 148,610 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 147,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front exhaust joint corroded+slight blow

general corrosion on suspention componants

Fail 5 Oct 2022 147,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front exhaust joint corroded+slight blow

general corrosion on suspention componants

Pass 29 Sep 2021 143,802 miles

exhaust corroded

general corrosion on suspention componants

Fail 29 Sep 2021 143,802 miles

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

exhaust corroded

general corrosion on suspention componants

Pass 4 Sep 2020 136,624 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 128,138 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 119,864 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 111,637 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 103,952 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 96,061 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 83,997 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 70,639 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 57,965 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 45,001 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 33,130 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 23,271 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 23,189 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 17,093 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus LS430?

Based on 44,904 MOT tests across 2,597 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
5,578
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,433
position lamp(s) not working 519
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 468
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 384
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GV55 KME is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 84,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus LS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV55 KME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus LS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV55 KME registered?

GV55 KME is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is GV55 KME safe to buy?

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