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LR05 VYN

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

135,348 mi
Last recorded135,348 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 VYN
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 135,348 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 135,348 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 135,027 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 131,465 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 129,538 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 122,815 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 119,011 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 113,293 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 105,604 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 98,852 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 98,852 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 90,410 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2010 90,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 84,530 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 72,349 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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LR05 VYN is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LR05 VYN, 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 LR05 VYN registered?

LR05 VYN is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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