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EF05 HXO

2005 Lexus IS300

Blue Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,492 mi
Last recorded122,492 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS30068,653 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 HXO
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 122,492 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 115,010 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 115,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative level sensor bracket broken and lever seized (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 106,380 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Nov 2023 106,371 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 99,239 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 92,592 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 86,574 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 79,346 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 69,981 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 60,330 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Oct 2016 48,938 miles

Nearside Front tyre inner edge wearing

Pass 2 Oct 2015 43,315 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 40,776 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 37,485 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2013 37,485 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 34,863 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 May 2011 33,496 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

offside outer rear tyre has slight sidewall damage

Pass 24 Jun 2010 31,000 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,831 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 19,445 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus IS300?

Based on 34,961 MOT tests across 2,047 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
5,420
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,047
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,456
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 584
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 542
position lamp(s) not working 432
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 414
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EF05 HXO is a 2005 Lexus IS300 in Blue with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Lexus IS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 68,653 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus IS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,456 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF05 HXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 21 years old, this Lexus IS300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF05 HXO registered?

EF05 HXO is a 2005 Lexus IS300, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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The MOT history for EF05 HXO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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