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BG53 UUV

2003 Lexus LS430

Red Lpg 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,415 mi
Last recorded144,415 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 UUV
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 144,415 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 144,350 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 137,865 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 134,210 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 129,503 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

Fail 5 Sep 2016 129,503 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 121,884 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 116,703 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre outter edge showing wear

windscreen has stone chips

Pass 29 Dec 2012 106,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen has stone chips

Pass 12 Dec 2011 89,512 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2011 89,512 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 79,126 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 71,886 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 63,497 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 63,497 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 53,467 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 45,339 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 45,337 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

front light control warning light on dash flashing

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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BG53 UUV is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Red with a 4,293cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 BG53 UUV, 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 BG53 UUV registered?

BG53 UUV is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is BG53 UUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 UUV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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