CarVerify

Free Car Check

EN51 AUV

2002 Lexus GS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

145,754 mi
Last recorded145,754 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS43085,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN51 AUV
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
View full Lexus GS430 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 145,754 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 135,261 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 126,965 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 121,771 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 119,006 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 113,051 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 106,977 miles

Front tyre's perished on outer walls

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit depth 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 May 2018 106,976 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front tyre's perished on outer walls

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit depth 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front sun visor not attached.

Pass 15 Aug 2015 106,969 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2014 106,081 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 106,081 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 102,014 miles

Engine management light illuminated

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 102,014 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 96,441 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 90,742 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

slight play in steering rack bush's

Pass 8 Sep 2010 81,012 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 71,196 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 71,195 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 61,211 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 50,489 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 39,764 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
Full Lexus GS430 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EN51 AUV is a 2002 Lexus GS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 85,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EN51 AUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EN51 AUV?

You can check the full history of EN51 AUV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EN51 AUV registered?

EN51 AUV is a 2002 Lexus GS430, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is EN51 AUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN51 AUV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EN51 AUV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EN51 AUV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.