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GU05 MDX

2005 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

109,422 mi
Last recorded109,422 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS30068,653 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 MDX
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 109,422 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 109,165 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 108,700 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 108,684 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 104,046 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 96,024 miles

covering on n/s/r outer sill .......

rear inner brake pads not visible .......

Pass 22 Mar 2019 86,848 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 86,184 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 83,888 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 79,601 miles

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

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 73,415 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 68,397 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 63,593 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 63,593 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 57,292 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 57,292 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 50,004 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 42,885 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 36,525 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,090 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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GU05 MDX is a 2005 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GU05 MDX, 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.

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What year was GU05 MDX registered?

GU05 MDX is a 2005 Lexus IS300, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GU05 MDX safe to buy?

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