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SO55 PXL

2005 Lexus GS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,952 mi
Last recorded139,952 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Lexus GS43071,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 PXL
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 139,952 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 131,594 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 131,594 miles

Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 127,351 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 125,325 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 116,123 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 110,420 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 97,684 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2013 97,391 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

tyre warning lamp on dash

Pass 26 May 2012 76,498 miles

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outter edge.

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 65,778 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 65,464 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 46,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 29,433 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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SO55 PXL is a 2005 Lexus GS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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

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 SO55 PXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO55 PXL registered?

SO55 PXL is a 2005 Lexus GS430, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is SO55 PXL safe to buy?

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