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AV53 FCL

2003 Lexus LS430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,018 mi
Last recorded59,018 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 FCL
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 59,018 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 59,017 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

MIL on

Pass 1 Nov 2017 58,983 miles

undertrays fitted.

Pass 3 Nov 2016 54,316 miles

EML on

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

engine cover, sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2015 49,673 miles

EML on

engine cover and under tray fitted

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2014 46,069 miles

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2013 42,544 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 37,768 miles

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2011 32,090 miles

Rear tyres worn on inner edges.Engine management lamp on.

Pass 12 Nov 2010 28,920 miles

Brake pedal travel slightly more than normal.

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 24,075 miles

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

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)

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

all 3 advised tyres are devoide of tread on edges but still meet pass criteria.Advise replacing as must be worn close to canvers

bellypan fitted

floor covers fitted n/s and o/s

Pass 3 Nov 2008 19,657 miles

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

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)

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

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

bellypan fitted

floor covers fitted n/s and o/s

n/s/f caliper pin "R" clip appears to be corroded.Check soon replace if needed

sideskirts fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2007 15,300 miles

loose ammo in boot

bellypan fitted

floorpan covers fitted both sides

sideskirts fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2006 11,038 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus LS430?

Based on 44,904 MOT tests across 2,597 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
5,578
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,433
position lamp(s) not working 519
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 509
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 468
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 384
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AV53 FCL is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 91,314 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus LS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV53 FCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus LS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV53 FCL registered?

AV53 FCL is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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