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DY52 MVU

2003 Lexus LS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,990 mi
Last recorded69,990 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 MVU
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 69,990 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 69,357 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 68,508 miles

Both front tyres outer edge worn

Both rear tyres slightly worn

VSC light on

Pass 17 Aug 2023 67,969 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 67,130 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 66,034 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 65,274 miles

Central Front Lower Under trays fitted obscuring some components

Central Front Upper Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 63,017 miles

Central Front Lower Under guards fitted obscuring some components

Central Front Upper Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Feb 2018 60,881 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 58,135 miles

Central Front Lower under guards covers fitted obscuring some components

Central Front Upper Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 30 Jan 2017 58,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre cut exposing the cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre cut exposing the cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Central Front Lower under guards covers fitted obscuring some components

Central Front Upper Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 Jan 2016 55,373 miles

Engine covers fitted as standard

Front brake pads low

Vehicle under body shields fitted as standard

Pass 4 Feb 2015 52,807 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 50,492 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 47,909 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 45,357 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 41,826 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 38,690 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 22,817 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 33,425 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 29,537 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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DY52 MVU is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DY52 MVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY52 MVU registered?

DY52 MVU is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is DY52 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY52 MVU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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