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SF05 WSL

2005 Lexus GS300

Red Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,715 mi
Last recorded99,715 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 WSL
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 99,715 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 90,420 miles

engine cover

t.p.m.s light on

under try fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2014 82,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Dec 2014 82,188 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tracking

Pass 5 Dec 2013 71,618 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs corroded

both front tyres cracking on tread

tpms light on indicating low pressure but offside rear sensor has been removed

Pass 17 Dec 2012 64,516 miles

rear discs slightly pitted

rear pads wearing thin

rear tyres worn close to limit

Pass 21 Dec 2011 59,360 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 54,341 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 43,909 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 36,038 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 32,877 miles

front brakes wearing thin

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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SF05 WSL is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Red with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 SF05 WSL, 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 SF05 WSL registered?

SF05 WSL is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is SF05 WSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 WSL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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