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BN51 FAO

2001 Lexus LS430

Green Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

123,747 mi
Last recorded123,747 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 FAO
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 123,747 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 118,258 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

nearside rear silencer in poor condition

Pass 25 Nov 2022 108,809 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front lower arm rear bushes cracked

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 25 Nov 2022 108,809 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front lower arm rear bushes cracked

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Jul 2021 96,732 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 96,732 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 89,524 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2020 89,522 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 89,213 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2016 87,706 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 85,232 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 81,994 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 80,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

surface splits offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2012 75,949 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 71,913 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 68,173 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 64,543 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 55,905 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 48,107 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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BN51 FAO is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Green with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 102,548 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 BN51 FAO, 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 25 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BN51 FAO registered?

BN51 FAO is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is BN51 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 FAO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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