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SJ05 AOZ

2005 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

111,414 mi
Last recorded111,414 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 AOZ
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 111,414 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 108,765 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 107,552 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

inner sills rusty

Fail 4 Apr 2023 107,544 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

inner sills rusty

Pass 9 May 2019 106,178 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 102,097 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 102,090 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 97,915 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 93,418 miles

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

offside front tyre cut to sidewall

under tray engine cover

Pass 24 Apr 2015 88,323 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 85,061 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)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 82,924 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 77,661 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 71,720 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 62,007 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 49,932 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)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 37,998 miles

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

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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SJ05 AOZ is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SJ05 AOZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ05 AOZ registered?

SJ05 AOZ is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is SJ05 AOZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ05 AOZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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