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YP05 XAU

2005 Lexus GS300

White Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,937 mi
Last recorded150,937 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 XAU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 150,937 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 132,321 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly distorted (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly distorted (3.5.1i)

engine light on

Pass 20 Mar 2017 114,448 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 114,164 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault vsc light on (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 94,464 miles

engine light on

nearside front tyre cracking on outer edge

offside front tyre cracking on outer edge

Fail 18 Mar 2016 94,464 miles

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

engine light on

nearside front tyre cracking on outer edge

offside front tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 19 Mar 2015 74,632 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 72,154 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 65,638 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 57,039 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 52,795 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 48,508 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 43,558 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 35,462 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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YP05 XAU is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in White with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 YP05 XAU, 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 YP05 XAU registered?

YP05 XAU is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 27 June 2005.

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