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GV55 KZN

2005 Lexus LS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

129,785 mi
Last recorded129,785 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 KZN
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 129,785 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 116,862 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 116,667 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 115,572 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 114,316 miles

Central Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2020 114,316 miles

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

Central Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 113,223 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 111,929 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 110,464 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 101,910 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 94,276 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 85,328 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 73,934 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 67,024 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 58,000 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 48,160 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2009 38,895 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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 KZN is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KZN, 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 KZN registered?

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

Is GV55 KZN safe to buy?

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