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LX55 SXS

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

78,362 mi
Last recorded78,362 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 SXS
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 78,362 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2016 78,362 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 70,623 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 70,600 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 60,818 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 44,934 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 10 Aug 2012 36,904 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2011 31,910 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 25,586 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 18,991 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 13,663 miles

Nearside front tyre outer wall damaged not exposing cords

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 SXS is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SXS, 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 LX55 SXS registered?

LX55 SXS is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LX55 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX55 SXS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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