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FC02 GVN

2002 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

167,880 mi
Last recorded167,880 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFC02 GVN
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 167,880 miles

both front shock absorbers slight misting oil

front both rear lower arm rear bushes starting to split but not resulting in movement

Fail 30 Jul 2014 167,880 miles

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

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

both front shock absorbers slight misting oil

front both rear lower arm rear bushes starting to split but not resulting in movement

Pass 11 Apr 2013 164,826 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 161,365 miles

Both front headlight lenses starting to deteriorate

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Rear brakes have a high imbalance

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2011 142,626 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

stone chips in front screen

Pass 16 Nov 2010 124,401 miles

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

various small stone chips in front screen

Pass 17 Nov 2009 105,091 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2008 84,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 12 Nov 2008 84,471 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 15 Nov 2007 64,124 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 64,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 56,902 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 44,535 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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FC02 GVN is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FC02 GVN, 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.

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What year was FC02 GVN registered?

FC02 GVN is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is FC02 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FC02 GVN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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