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MH55 XWV

2005 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

109,472 mi
Last recorded109,472 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH55 XWV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 109,472 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2018 109,324 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 May 2016 86,985 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 81,627 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 74,625 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 69,347 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 69,347 miles

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 64,434 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 57,939 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 45,684 miles

both rear tyres very badly worn on iner edges advise replace ASAP.

engine + traction control warning lights on

front brake discs very slightly worn

front tyres worn/wearing on iner edges

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 13 Aug 2009 35,415 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 25,555 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2008 25,555 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

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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MH55 XWV is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MH55 XWV, 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 MH55 XWV registered?

MH55 XWV is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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