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LS05 SSX

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

90,559 mi
Last recorded90,559 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 SSX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 90,559 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 86,532 miles

Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 81,743 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2022 81,726 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2021 77,991 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2021 77,991 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 74,465 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 67,488 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 61,416 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 55,557 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 49,428 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 49,428 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 44,072 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 38,759 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 34,604 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 29,856 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 27,478 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 25,398 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 21,872 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 18,727 miles

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

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

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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LS05 SSX is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LS05 SSX, 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.

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What year was LS05 SSX registered?

LS05 SSX is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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