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YM55 UDW

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

80,571 mi
Last recorded80,571 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM55 UDW
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 80,571 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 80,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2024 77,361 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 77,329 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 74,743 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 71,503 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 67,388 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 64,604 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 60,672 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 57,848 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 53,861 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 50,072 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 44,532 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 41,626 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 38,786 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 33,548 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 33,548 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 30,362 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 24,921 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 18 Aug 2008 21,292 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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YM55 UDW is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YM55 UDW, 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 YM55 UDW registered?

YM55 UDW is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is YM55 UDW safe to buy?

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