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SH06 CXG

2006 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

159,952 mi
Last recorded159,952 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Lexus GS30074,124 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 159,952 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 150,630 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 139,363 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 130,039 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 118,594 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 112,288 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 108,035 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 103,306 miles

offside front exhaust heat shield clamp missing

Fail 1 Apr 2014 103,306 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

offside front exhaust heat shield clamp missing

Fail 27 Mar 2014 103,268 miles

Inner Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake discs lipped, scored. Pads not visible.

Headlamps starter function slightly faulty

Parkin g brake efforts low.

Tyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 95,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake pads getting low.

Suspension corroded (shocks etc).

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2012 83,551 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 83,544 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)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2011 75,349 miles

tyre warning light displayed on dash

Pass 22 Apr 2010 55,791 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 55,791 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

smear at front wipers/torn..require renewal

Pass 25 Apr 2009 40,440 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 40,276 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

all tyres worn close to legal limit

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 CXG is a 2006 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 CXG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH06 CXG registered?

SH06 CXG is a 2006 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is SH06 CXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH06 CXG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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