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KT05 WDJ

2005 Lexus GS300

Purple Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

140,210 mi
Last recorded140,210 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 WDJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 140,210 miles

Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 140,210 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 132,668 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 126,066 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 123,346 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2021 118,131 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 116,116 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 110,620 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 97,163 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 97,163 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jul 2017 83,846 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 68,603 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 54,180 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 54,163 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 40,041 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 39,757 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 39,208 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 36,873 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 33,062 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 28,506 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 22,304 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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KT05 WDJ is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Purple with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KT05 WDJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KT05 WDJ registered?

KT05 WDJ is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 16 June 2005.

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