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GV55 KNJ

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,029 mi
Last recorded84,029 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 84,029 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Feb 2016 84,023 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2015 79,174 miles

Brake warning light ON

EML light ON

Nearside door mirror damaged/missing

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

Fail 26 Feb 2015 79,174 miles

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

Brake warning light ON

EML light ON

Nearside door mirror damaged/missing

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 73,783 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 73,781 miles

Nearside Rear Brake stationary pin locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 67,530 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 67,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 62,072 miles

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

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

both front lower arm bushes starting to split

Pass 25 Oct 2010 54,964 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 44,244 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 34,667 miles

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 KNJ is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KNJ, 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 KNJ registered?

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

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