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GV55 KWZ

2005 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

121,004 mi
Last recorded121,004 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KWZ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 121,004 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 121,004 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 119,792 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 117,431 miles

underbody corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2023 117,431 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

underbody corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2021 104,101 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 104,101 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 99,998 miles

Cannot assess life of front pads fully seem ok.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General age related surface corrosion under vehicle + rear sills

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

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 10 Sep 2019 97,595 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 94,493 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 86,607 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 81,211 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 79,031 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 76,395 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 73,636 miles

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

N/S Wiper blade split.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 70,317 miles

front brake pads low recommend brake check

Pass 23 Nov 2011 66,063 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2011 66,063 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 59,920 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 49,589 miles

slight wear to front outer tyres

Pass 11 Sep 2008 40,241 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 KWZ is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KWZ, 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 KWZ registered?

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

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