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GY05 RFZ

2005 Lexus GS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

117,649 mi
Last recorded117,649 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 RFZ
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 117,649 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 117,623 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2016 107,386 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 90,790 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 90,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Oct 2014 74,436 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Oct 2013 58,164 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 54,651 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 47,235 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 43,939 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 37,785 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 29,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 21,567 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 RFZ is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RFZ, 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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What year was GY05 RFZ registered?

GY05 RFZ is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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