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YW05 RBY

2005 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

162,118 mi
Last recorded162,118 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW05 RBY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 162,118 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 148,666 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 142,178 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 136,226 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 132,741 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 129,073 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 119,965 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 106,014 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 93,839 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 93,838 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 82,345 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2015 68,024 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 68,022 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 55,282 miles

tyre pressure monitoring light on

Pass 18 Jun 2013 42,231 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 42,231 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 39,640 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 38,793 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 34,678 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 29,625 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 24,151 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 18,163 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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YW05 RBY is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 YW05 RBY, 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.

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What year was YW05 RBY registered?

YW05 RBY is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is YW05 RBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW05 RBY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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