CarVerify

Free Car Check

RL05 VCC

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,985 mi
Last recorded95,985 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 VCC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 95,985 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 94,739 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 94,664 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 86,733 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 23 Apr 2019 86,733 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Mar 2018 81,568 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 81,657 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 74,250 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 74,250 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 66,742 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 61,422 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2014 61,422 miles

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

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

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 24 Apr 2013 53,824 miles

Child seat fitted to n/s/r seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

Nearside Rear 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 23 Apr 2012 49,085 miles

Vehicle tested in wet conditions.

Pass 16 Apr 2011 43,773 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 43,750 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Apr 2010 37,123 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 37,123 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 28,679 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 20,912 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
Full Lexus GS300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RL05 VCC is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RL05 VCC, 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

How do I check the history of RL05 VCC?

You can check the full history of RL05 VCC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RL05 VCC registered?

RL05 VCC is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is RL05 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL05 VCC shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RL05 VCC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RL05 VCC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.