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S20 MAJ

2005 Lexus LS430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,581 mi
Last recorded65,581 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS20 MAJ
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 65,581 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 61,224 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 55,950 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 53,003 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 51,075 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 48,712 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 46,392 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 43,567 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 43,362 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 43,294 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 43,179 miles

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

Nearside Rear Deep cut to tyre outer sidewall - no cords showing

Pass 19 Mar 2015 42,877 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 41,722 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 39,450 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 39,450 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 34,649 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 27,093 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2011 27,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 21,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 21,118 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 11,040 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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S20 MAJ is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S20 MAJ, 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.

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What year was S20 MAJ registered?

S20 MAJ is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is S20 MAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S20 MAJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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