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SN55 OSB

2005 Lexus GS300

Green Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

138,745 mi
Last recorded138,745 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 OSB
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2018 138,745 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 125,904 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2017 125,904 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 110,864 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 110,680 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Central Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Wiper starting to smear

Offside Front Wiper starting to smear

Pass 16 Dec 2015 95,225 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 95,225 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2014 78,350 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 78,350 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 72,637 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 65,242 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 65,242 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Both Rear Calipers restricted movement

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 57,166 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 38,722 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 32,901 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 26,902 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SN55 OSB is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Green with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 SN55 OSB, 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.

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SN55 OSB is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 12 December 2005.

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