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VX05 XLM

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

177,187 mi
Last recorded177,187 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 XLM
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 177,187 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 162,170 miles

o/s/r tyre wall damaged

both front tyre walls damaged

Pass 3 Dec 2013 143,107 miles

front tyres worn on edge

Fail 25 Nov 2013 142,783 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front tyres worn on edge

Pass 9 Aug 2012 118,292 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2012 118,276 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

rear brake discs poor condition

Pass 18 Aug 2011 101,407 miles

rear discs slight corrosion

Pass 20 Aug 2010 87,350 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 68,106 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 43,277 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 43,188 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

O/S/R TYRE HAS SLIGHT CUTS TOO INNER SIDE WALL

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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VX05 XLM is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VX05 XLM, 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 VX05 XLM registered?

VX05 XLM is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 13 May 2005.

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