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RA05 VGG

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

69,274 mi
Last recorded69,274 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA05 VGG
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 69,274 miles

under bonnet components covered

underside covered

Fail 19 May 2023 69,235 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

parking brake has little reserve travel

under bonnet components covered

underside covered

Pass 26 May 2022 65,574 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

outer sill area covered

under bonnet components covered

underside components covered

Fail 25 May 2022 65,554 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225 50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

outer sill area covered

under bonnet components covered

underside components covered

Pass 29 Apr 2021 60,521 miles

run flat and normal tyre mixed on same axle (front)

under bonnet components covered

underside components covered

Pass 24 Mar 2020 56,683 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 55,364 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 50,904 miles

all position lamps flickering slightly with engine running

Pass 16 May 2017 45,734 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 40,374 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Under-tray fitted.

Pass 15 May 2015 34,536 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 May 2014 31,354 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 27,885 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 24,478 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 17 May 2011 20,750 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 16,932 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 15,061 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 11,442 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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RA05 VGG is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RA05 VGG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA05 VGG registered?

RA05 VGG is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is RA05 VGG safe to buy?

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