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VN55 JMX

2005 Lexus GS300

Blue Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

106,880 mi
Last recorded106,880 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN55 JMX
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2017 106,880 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 106,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 101,348 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.5mm approx, legal limit is 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 24 Nov 2016 101,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.5mm approx, legal limit is 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 26 Nov 2015 96,459 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts in outer side wall

Offside Rear tyre close to wear bars

Fail 26 Nov 2015 96,459 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts in outer side wall

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

Offside Rear tyre close to wear bars

Pass 17 Nov 2014 91,420 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 85,747 miles

both front tyres slightly wearing on outer edges

Pass 6 Nov 2012 81,408 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 81,408 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 77,749 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 74,361 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)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 71,332 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 66,817 miles

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

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

oil leak from engine sump plug

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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VN55 JMX is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Blue with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VN55 JMX, 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 VN55 JMX registered?

VN55 JMX is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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