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HAW 4

2005 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

102,759 mi
Last recorded102,759 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAW 4
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 102,759 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

parking brake weak requirements just met

Pass 27 Nov 2024 102,743 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 102,727 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 102,726 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 102,710 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 102,599 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 101,980 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 101,653 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 101,124 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 97,443 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 90,394 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 88,824 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 87,393 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 72,650 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2009 41,488 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 41,488 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 20,596 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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HAW 4 is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HAW 4, 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 HAW 4 registered?

HAW 4 is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is HAW 4 safe to buy?

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