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RY56 SVD

2006 Lexus GS300

Purple Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

318,194 mi
Last recorded318,194 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus GS30074,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY56 SVD
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 318,194 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

Under the vehicle muddy

Pass 19 Jul 2025 294,428 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 273,196 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Under the vehicle fitted tray

Pass 20 Jul 2023 249,939 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 226,349 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 200,694 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 200,694 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2020 180,010 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 168,151 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 153,315 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 140,381 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 139,288 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 136,436 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2014 133,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Long parking brake travel.

N/S/F tyre worn on both inner and outer edges.

O/S/F tyre worn very low on inner edge. 225/50/17W.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Oct 2013 119,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2012 99,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2011 78,539 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 55,745 miles

front pads wearing low

Pass 2 Oct 2009 41,276 miles

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

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

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

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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RY56 SVD is a 2006 Lexus GS300 in Purple with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 74,124 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 RY56 SVD, 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 20 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RY56 SVD registered?

RY56 SVD is a 2006 Lexus GS300, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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