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GY05 LVT

2005 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

130,964 mi
Last recorded130,964 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 LVT
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 130,964 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 130,955 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 119,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Sep 2014 119,707 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 106,702 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 102,009 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 88,205 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 75,477 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 58,240 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 39,781 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 22,680 miles

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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GY05 LVT is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GY05 LVT, 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.

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What year was GY05 LVT registered?

GY05 LVT is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is GY05 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY05 LVT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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