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SK05 AOU

2005 Lexus GS300

Beige Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

51,512 mi
Last recorded51,512 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 AOU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 51,512 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 44,705 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 41,535 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 40,667 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 39,315 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 37,029 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 34,951 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 33,211 miles

Rear pads started to get low

Pass 17 Dec 2015 31,267 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 29,122 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 27,655 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 25,407 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2012 25,404 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 22,655 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 21,470 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 19,402 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 18,579 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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SK05 AOU is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Beige with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SK05 AOU, 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 SK05 AOU registered?

SK05 AOU is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is SK05 AOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK05 AOU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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