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GY05 PLZ

2005 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

159,284 mi
Last recorded159,284 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 PLZ
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 159,284 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened inner sills (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2024 124,880 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 104,455 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 102,646 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 102,645 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2021 101,340 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Dimmer than nsf headlight (4.1.4 (b))

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

engine cover fitted

lower under cover fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2021 101,210 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Dimmer than nsf headlight (4.1.4 (b))

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

engine cover fitted

lower under cover fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2020 96,787 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 93,633 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 90,262 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 88,149 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 85,232 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 85,232 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 81,414 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 77,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2014 77,728 miles

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2013 74,412 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 74,412 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 70,911 miles

front and rear brake pads approx 5% left on them

Pass 11 Nov 2011 67,975 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 67,927 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 65,163 miles

Both front tyres are worn smooth on inner tread areas.

Fail 19 Nov 2010 65,161 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both front tyres are worn smooth on inner tread areas.

Pass 18 Nov 2009 60,227 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 50,533 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 43,686 miles

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 PLZ is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 PLZ, 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 PLZ is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 29 March 2005.

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