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AJ55 SWU

2005 Lexus LS430

Green Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,253 mi
Last recorded163,253 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 SWU
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 163,253 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 163,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 153,506 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 136,605 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 118,851 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 118,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 89,152 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs slightly deteriorated

rear brake pads getting lower

Pass 4 Feb 2010 65,328 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 44,985 miles

Nearside 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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AJ55 SWU is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Green with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 84,304 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AJ55 SWU, 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 21 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ55 SWU registered?

AJ55 SWU is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is AJ55 SWU safe to buy?

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