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SV55 XLW

2005 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,548 mi
Last recorded48,548 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 XLW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2019 48,548 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 48,548 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 47,219 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 47,218 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 43,979 miles

Slight oil leak at engine sump area

Pass 4 Oct 2016 40,519 miles

Front brake discs lipped

Oil leak Oil sump area ()

Rear brake discs corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2016 40,519 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake discs lipped

Offside back box heatshield insecure and rattling

Oil leak Oil sump area ()

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2015 36,650 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 31,045 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 25,735 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 20,605 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 20,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,355 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 14,261 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 12,217 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 9,740 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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SV55 XLW is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV55 XLW, 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 SV55 XLW registered?

SV55 XLW is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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