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RK05 YBJ

2005 Lexus LS430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

111,350 mi
Last recorded111,350 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 YBJ
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 111,350 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2023 99,029 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 91,048 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 90,610 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt weeping grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner cv gaiter damp but no visible split

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt weeping grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar D bushes slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear rear silencer boxes outer skin rusted

covers over parts of rear suspension so full inspection not visible

Pass 3 Jul 2021 87,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 86,116 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 78,010 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted.

Pass 2 Mar 2016 77,663 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 77,290 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,431 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 72,407 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 69,720 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 69,720 miles

Offside Rear Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 64,763 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 58,410 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 51,692 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 39,974 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus LS430?

Based on 44,904 MOT tests across 2,597 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
5,578
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,433
position lamp(s) not working 519
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 468
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 384
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RK05 YBJ is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 84,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus LS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK05 YBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus LS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK05 YBJ registered?

RK05 YBJ is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 3 March 2005.

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The MOT history for RK05 YBJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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