CarVerify

Free Car Check

MK05 HXF

2005 Lexus GS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,146 mi
Last recorded134,146 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 HXF
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 134,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on the legal limit (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 120,104 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 113,989 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

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

Fail 25 Feb 2014 113,985 miles

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

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 112,311 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Apr 2012 109,932 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 84,390 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 84,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 69,982 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 50,635 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
Full Lexus GS430 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MK05 HXF is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 71,840 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 GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK05 HXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MK05 HXF?

You can check the full history of MK05 HXF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MK05 HXF registered?

MK05 HXF is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is MK05 HXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 HXF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK05 HXF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MK05 HXF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.