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GF53 GYW

2003 Lexus LS430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,778 mi
Last recorded129,778 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 GYW
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 129,778 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

cut in nearside front tyre wall

Fail 19 May 2015 129,772 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

cut in nearside front tyrewall

Pass 20 May 2014 125,615 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

cuts in nearside front tyrewall

Pass 16 May 2013 122,145 miles

cuts in n earside front tyrewall

Pass 14 May 2012 115,368 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 107,025 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 97,733 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 96,329 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 90,514 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 74,972 miles

Advise that there is a projection on the bonnet that may cause injury to a pedestrian in the event of a collision

Pass 27 Sep 2006 55,095 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)

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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GF53 GYW is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GF53 GYW, 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 GF53 GYW registered?

GF53 GYW is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GF53 GYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 GYW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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