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LV55 XGS

2005 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

142,175 mi
Last recorded142,175 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 XGS
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 142,175 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 138,181 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 134,056 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 129,800 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 124,310 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 118,618 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 110,705 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 103,628 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2017 95,031 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 82,735 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 69,248 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 53,554 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 12 Jun 2013 44,039 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 29,410 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 24,830 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 24,829 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 19,261 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 12,571 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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LV55 XGS is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LV55 XGS, 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 LV55 XGS registered?

LV55 XGS is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is LV55 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 XGS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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