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YE05 SGU

2005 Lexus GS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,886 mi
Last recorded116,886 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE05 SGU
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 116,886 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 107,203 miles

Rear Rear discs corroded + rear pads low

Pass 22 May 2015 103,901 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 99,496 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 94,719 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 94,714 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 89,190 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 85,850 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2010 70,763 miles

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 70,763 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 47,799 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 33,879 miles

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

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
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YE05 SGU is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 71,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE05 SGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YE05 SGU registered?

YE05 SGU is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is YE05 SGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE05 SGU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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