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HX05 XCW

2005 Lexus GS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

174,322 mi
Last recorded174,322 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 XCW
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 174,322 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 161,545 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 153,210 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 136,481 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 117,421 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 82,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2016 59,251 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 56,310 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 51,130 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 51,130 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 May 2013 46,512 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 May 2012 29,901 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 25,140 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 17,505 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 17,388 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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HX05 XCW is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HX05 XCW, 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 HX05 XCW registered?

HX05 XCW is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is HX05 XCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX05 XCW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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