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SB05 CUW

2005 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,460 mi
Last recorded95,460 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB05 CUW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 95,460 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 95,460 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 85,112 miles

EML on!

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

Fail 23 Jul 2016 85,112 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

EML on!

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 82,677 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 82,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 78,915 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2013 76,007 miles

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)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 69,276 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 62,760 miles

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

rear discs pitted on inside edge

Pass 24 May 2010 57,545 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 29 May 2009 44,823 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 20,803 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
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SB05 CUW is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 SB05 CUW, 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

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What year was SB05 CUW registered?

SB05 CUW is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 June 2005.

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The MOT history for SB05 CUW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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