2005 Lexus GS · 3,234 MOT tests
2005 Lexus GS reliability
2005 Lexus GSs fail 28.8% of first MOT tests, 34% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 11 of 11 GS years (3,234 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Lexus GSs: 19.4%)
- 28.8%
- first-time fail rate (all Lexus GSs: 19.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 34% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- 108,630
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 18
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 3,234
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2005 against the years either side
- 2004 cars: 37% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2005 car does worse)
- 2006 cars: 38% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2005 car does worse)
- Weak spot: exhaust, emissions and leaks, 7.9% of tests fail here (10% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: suspension, 63% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2005 car carries a 54 plate (January–February 2005), or a 05 plate (March–August 2005), or a 55 plate (September–December 2005).
Common problems
What fails on a 2005 Lexus GS
Fail rate by area
- Brakes12.1%
- Lights and electrics11.7%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks7.9%
- Suspension6.5%
- Tyres5.3%
- Body, chassis and structure3.7%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors2.9%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 4.51%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Position lamp not working 3.71%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
ESC warning lamp shows fault 3.18%
A lit stability control warning means the car's skid protection may not work, so it should be diagnosed promptly.
Shock absorber serious fluid leak 2.63%
A shock absorber leaking heavily has likely lost its damping, so the car will handle and brake less safely.
Parking brake efficiency below minimum 2.2%
The parking brake holds the car less well than required, so it may roll on a slope and needs repair.
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 2.2%
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (12.37%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (9.37%) · Brake pads wearing thin (8.1%) · Exhaust has minor gas leak (7.51%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (6.37%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (5.13%)
Is a 2005 Lexus GS reliable?
2005 Lexus GSs fail 28.8% of first MOT tests, 34% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 11 of 11 GS years (3,234 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2005 Lexus GS MOT?
Most often engine warning light inoperative or lit (4.51% of tests), position lamp not working (3.71% of tests), esc warning lamp shows fault (3.18% of tests).
How many miles should a 2005 Lexus GS have done?
At its MOT aged about 18, a typical 2005 Lexus GS shows 108,630 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2005 car?
A car first registered in 2005 carries a 54 plate (January–February 2005), or a 05 plate (March–August 2005), or a 55 plate (September–December 2005).
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