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PY05 KUV

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

186,404 mi
Last recorded186,404 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY05 KUV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 186,404 miles

General underside corrosion

Headlights slight difference in colour

Fail 24 Nov 2025 186,404 miles

General underside corrosion

Headlights slight difference in colour

Nearside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 186,252 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached top strut mount bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached top strut mount bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both fronts (5.3.2 (d))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear lower under inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear top mount bushes slight play

rear suspension component's corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2023 169,750 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 166,955 miles

exhaust deteriorating

suspension sensor adrift

Pass 19 Aug 2021 161,898 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres worn and low on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

parking brake low of effort

Fail 27 Jul 2021 161,681 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low very low ( sensor) (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

all tyres worn and deteriorating ,,, poor

front brakes worn to limit

n/s/f suspension sensor adrift

n/s/r shock absorber failing

Pass 28 Feb 2020 155,664 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre wearing on inner edge n/s/f

Fail 18 Feb 2020 155,644 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Not working to limits both sides (1.4.1 (a))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Both rear heatshield insecure

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Inner wing guard insecure

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre wearing on inner edge n/s/f

Pass 6 Feb 2019 148,622 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 134,523 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 124,254 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 114,914 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 99,484 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 86,783 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure warning light is on

Fail 17 Jan 2013 86,777 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre pressure warning light is on

Pass 16 Jan 2012 73,310 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 57,406 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 57,406 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 41,230 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 39,097 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 31,744 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 31,744 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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PY05 KUV is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 PY05 KUV, 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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PY05 KUV is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 18 July 2005.

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