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GV55 PXU

2005 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

151,021 mi
Last recorded151,021 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 PXU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 151,021 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

vsl waring lamps on

Fail 26 Sep 2024 151,021 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

vsl waring lamps on

Pass 13 Oct 2023 139,657 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 132,045 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone Bush Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2022 132,045 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone Bush Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 123,716 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover undertrays fitted

Fail 22 Sep 2021 123,716 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2020 111,197 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2019 99,005 miles

Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses or light sources which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2018 82,234 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted.

Pass 31 Aug 2017 65,478 miles

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

engine cover and Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 27 Aug 2016 46,188 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 41,983 miles

advice nearside front tyre slight cut on outer wall

Fail 4 Sep 2014 37,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 37,167 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 32,905 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 32,892 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

tyre pressure monitaring light on indicates a fault

Pass 8 Oct 2012 29,994 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 26,640 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 21,218 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 15,543 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 10,945 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 PXU is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PXU, 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 PXU registered?

GV55 PXU is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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