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YX55 VFY

2005 Lexus GS300

Purple Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,476 mi
Last recorded121,476 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS30075,342 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 VFY
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 121,476 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 120,430 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 116,026 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 113,543 miles

Engine management light on

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 113,543 miles

Engine management light on

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 104,549 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 95,887 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 6 Sep 2014 86,758 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 81,232 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated but not leaking.

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 77,508 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 72,453 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 67,084 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 60,888 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 52,434 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 42,546 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 42,535 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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YX55 VFY is a 2005 Lexus GS300 in Purple with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YX55 VFY, 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 YX55 VFY registered?

YX55 VFY is a 2005 Lexus GS300, first registered on 4 September 2005.

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