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FA02 XLZ

2002 Lexus LS430

Green Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

62,748 mi
Last recorded62,748 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA02 XLZ
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 62,748 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 61,894 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 61,843 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 61,737 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 60,700 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 59,352 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 57,522 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 55,133 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 52,271 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2014 51,583 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 50,594 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 48,832 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 46,277 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 43,667 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 40,115 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 36,592 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 36,584 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 32,349 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 27,040 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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FA02 XLZ is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Green with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2002 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 95,888 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 FA02 XLZ, 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 24 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 FA02 XLZ registered?

FA02 XLZ is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 18 July 2002.

Is FA02 XLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA02 XLZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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