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MT05 VHG

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,341 mi
Last recorded115,341 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 VHG
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 115,341 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 97,925 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 95,399 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 95,399 miles

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

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 89,103 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 84,156 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 84,156 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 76,698 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2013 76,698 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 71,334 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 70,320 miles

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

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 8 Aug 2011 63,678 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 3 Jun 2010 55,868 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 50,210 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 37,094 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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MT05 VHG is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MT05 VHG, 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 MT05 VHG registered?

MT05 VHG is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is MT05 VHG safe to buy?

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