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SH06 CXC

2006 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

155,906 mi
Last recorded155,906 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus GS30074,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH06 CXC
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 155,906 miles

Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going into flexible hose uncovered pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 155,891 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going into flexible hose uncovered pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 146,886 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2024 138,001 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 128,266 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 112,862 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 98,154 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Apr 2021 98,154 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split/torn! (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smeary! (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. remaining (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 87,052 miles

Engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2019 86,814 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Aug 2019 86,814 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 85,159 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 85,159 miles

Nearside Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 83,480 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 80,198 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 70,006 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 69,812 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 63,156 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 57,955 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 52,793 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 44,692 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 35,264 miles

monitor tyre wear <wearing at edges of tred>

slight smear at wiper rubbers

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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SH06 CXC is a 2006 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 SH06 CXC, 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 SH06 CXC registered?

SH06 CXC is a 2006 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 April 2006.

Is SH06 CXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH06 CXC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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