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LX55 SVY

2005 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

196,872 mi
Last recorded196,872 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 SVY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 196,872 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 191,340 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 190,290 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 189,114 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 182,671 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 176,447 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 166,745 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 160,326 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front tyres are void of tread on inside

Fail 25 Jun 2014 160,321 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

both front tyres are void of tread on inside

Pass 26 Sep 2013 150,381 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 138,620 miles

tpms light on

Pass 28 Sep 2011 129,433 miles

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 30 Sep 2010 110,427 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 89,654 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 89,654 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 72,910 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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LX55 SVY is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LX55 SVY, 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 LX55 SVY registered?

LX55 SVY is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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