2005 Lexus GS300 3.0L Petrol · RF05 UDO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While it passed its latest MOT in August 2025 at 108,686 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior where multiple critical safety issues regarding brakes and lighting were identified. The trend indicates that the owner consistently manages to address faults only after a test failure, as evidenced by recurring issues with brake pads and tyres reaching legal limits across several testing years. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 108,686 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,176 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual testing with mileage gaps of roughly 6,000 to 9,000 miles between tests from 2021 to 2025. However, the low mileage may mask age-related degradation of rubber and fluid components, evidenced by the persistent issues with the braking system and the TPMS sensors which have remained across multiple years despite the low distance travelled. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the record flagged worn lower suspension arm pins and bushes in 2023 at 99,040 miles. The recurring wear on the inner edges of the tyres noted in 2023 and 2024 suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn components that require professional rectification. The braking system also demands scrutiny; the history shows a pattern of imbalanced rear brakes, thin pads, and pitted discs, indicating that the calipers or adjustment mechanisms may be seizing due to long periods of low use. The physical state of the windscreen and washer system also warrants attention, as damage and misalignment have been documented since at least 2016. Given the 2025 failure for inoperative hazard lamps and rear indicators, the electrical integrity of the exterior lighting circuit should be tested to ensure no deeper wiring faults exist beyond simple bulbs replaced after the test.