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OU05 SZC

2005 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,944 mi
Last recorded128,944 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 SZC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 128,944 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 123,655 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 123,653 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

eml on

Pass 12 May 2017 121,004 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 2 May 2017 121,004 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 117,678 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2016 117,678 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2015 114,489 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 110,123 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 104,466 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 99,640 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 90,413 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 80,493 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2010 80,481 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 63,421 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 49,177 miles

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

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

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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OU05 SZC is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Red 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 OU05 SZC, 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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OU05 SZC is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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