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CN53 PNV

2003 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

180,187 mi
Last recorded180,187 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN53 PNV
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2013 180,187 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 May 2012 121,291 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 May 2012 121,291 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 74,789 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 74,787 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2010 40,483 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 11 May 2009 34,726 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 32,749 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 29,508 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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CN53 PNV is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 CN53 PNV, 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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CN53 PNV is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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