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YX05 MVC

2005 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

199,723 mi
Last recorded199,723 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 MVC
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 199,723 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced damage to both sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 7 Aug 2021 196,846 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 186,339 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 179,523 miles

Under Tray fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2018 162,568 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 147,322 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

exhaust system corroded

under try fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2016 131,182 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 123,189 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 123,073 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 115,806 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 109,057 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 103,492 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 103,492 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 91,357 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 91,357 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 69,509 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s/r tyre tread cracking slightly

Pass 5 Jun 2009 55,000 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 39,790 miles

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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YX05 MVC is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 YX05 MVC, 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.

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What year was YX05 MVC registered?

YX05 MVC is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 22 June 2005.

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