2005 Lexus GS300 2.9L Petrol · SC05 AML
2005 Lexus GS300 (2.9L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2005. Recorded mileage 185,727 miles. MOT valid until 25 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- LEXUS GS300
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,727 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SC05 AML Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 185,727 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SC05 AML MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Lexus Gs300 (SC05 AML) between August 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative self leveller broken (4.1.5 (a))”; “Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condi”.
SC05 AML Mileage History
- 11/08/2022170,679 mi
- 30/04/2024179,514 mi+8,835 mi
- 14/02/2025179,536 mi+22 mi
- 26/05/2026185,727 mi+6,191 mi
- 27/05/2026185,727 mi
Average of roughly 3,969 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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