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MW05 XYT

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,501 mi
Last recorded119,501 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 XYT
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 119,501 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 111,623 miles

front tyres worn low inner edges

Pass 31 Mar 2016 103,806 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 103,647 miles

Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 95,712 miles

Nearside 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)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 95,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside 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)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 87,937 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 80,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 80,816 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 72,897 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 64,965 miles

Both fron tyres wearing low

Fail 8 Feb 2011 64,965 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Both fron tyres wearing low

Pass 16 Mar 2010 57,624 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 49,419 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 49,395 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 44,738 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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MW05 XYT is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MW05 XYT, 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 MW05 XYT registered?

MW05 XYT is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is MW05 XYT safe to buy?

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