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RV55 YKZ

2005 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,425 mi
Last recorded113,425 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 YKZ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 113,425 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 113,425 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 106,720 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 106,714 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 100,952 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 100,952 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 93,146 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 93,146 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 85,106 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Feb 2013 76,758 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 71,821 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 66,289 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 60,239 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 52,147 miles

Both front tyre's wearing on inner edges

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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RV55 YKZ is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RV55 YKZ, 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 RV55 YKZ?

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What year was RV55 YKZ registered?

RV55 YKZ is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is RV55 YKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 YKZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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