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GV55 KXA

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,813 mi
Last recorded128,813 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KXA
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 128,813 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 124,572 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 124,521 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 122,727 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2022 115,840 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 102,856 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 99,152 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 97,108 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 97,108 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 93,694 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 90,750 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 87,526 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 85,611 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 85,611 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 80,708 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jul 2012 80,704 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2011 68,515 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 58,830 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 48,111 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 40,278 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 KXA is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KXA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV55 KXA registered?

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

Is GV55 KXA safe to buy?

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