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LC05 FXM

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

90,552 mi
Last recorded90,552 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 FXM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 90,552 miles

front brake discs badly lipped

front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 1 Nov 2016 90,485 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

parking brake lever anti-slip missing

front brake discs badly lipped

front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 29 Oct 2015 81,025 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 66,524 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 66,301 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2013 51,769 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 41,328 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2011 130,117 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

N/S/R SHOCK ABSORBER DUST COVER INSECURE

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 29,463 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

near side front tyre not of "run flat" type

Pass 11 Jun 2010 20,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jun 2010 20,329 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 11,963 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 9,085 miles

n/s front tyre cut on outer sidewall

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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LC05 FXM is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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

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 LC05 FXM, 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 LC05 FXM registered?

LC05 FXM is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is LC05 FXM safe to buy?

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