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GV05 WZF

2005 Lexus IS300

Silver Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

104,569 mi
Last recorded104,569 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Lexus IS30068,653 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 WZF
MakeLexus
ModelIS300
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 104,569 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 100,687 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 94,437 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 89,670 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 85,890 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 13 Dec 2016 85,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 17 Dec 2015 81,473 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2014 75,647 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear brake disc inner surfaces slightly corroded

headlamp self levelling lamp on

Pass 13 Dec 2014 75,647 miles

both rear brake disc inner surfaces slightly corroded

headlamp self levelling lamp on

Pass 16 Dec 2013 69,387 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 68,653 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 68,653 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2012 61,457 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 54,418 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear brake disc badly corroded on inner face

Fail 19 May 2011 54,415 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside rear brake disc badly corroded on inner face

Fail 13 May 2010 44,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2010 44,326 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 34,015 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 23,025 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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GV05 WZF is a 2005 Lexus IS300 in Silver with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV05 WZF, 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 GV05 WZF registered?

GV05 WZF is a 2005 Lexus IS300, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is GV05 WZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 WZF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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