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GY05 KMK

2005 Lexus GS430

Silver Gas bi-fuel 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

151,041 mi
Last recorded151,041 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 KMK
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 151,041 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 15,025 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 146,782 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

ubcc/exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Jan 2016 137,621 miles

Child seats fitted to rear seats

Covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 8 Jan 2016 137,186 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective level sensor arm broken (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault Off side front wheel tyre valve incorrect (4.1.D.4)

Child seats fitted to rear seats

Covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jan 2015 130,604 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres distorted

Fail 27 Jan 2015 130,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres distorted

Pass 18 Nov 2013 100,628 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 80,831 miles

n/s/r tyre cut in outer sidewall, but no cords visable at this time.

Fail 16 Aug 2012 80,831 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

n/s/r tyre cut in outer sidewall, but no cords visable at this time.

Pass 4 May 2011 61,891 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 May 2010 49,665 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 35,269 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 27,796 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2008 27,678 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

nearside front tyre on legal limit

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
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GY05 KMK is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 71,840 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 GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY05 KMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GY05 KMK is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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