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FL51 YHE

2001 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

160,217 mi
Last recorded160,217 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS43094,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 YHE
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 May 2019 160,217 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Pass 11 May 2018 157,063 miles

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Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2017 150,623 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 144,889 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2015 142,139 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 140,036 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 136,706 miles

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 132,577 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 128,013 miles

bonnet catch sticking

Pass 23 Mar 2011 127,955 miles

battery light on

underneath covered in covers

Pass 27 Apr 2010 121,460 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 121,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 103,630 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 86,807 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 72,942 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 55,082 miles

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
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FL51 YHE is a 2001 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 94,622 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 FL51 YHE, 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 25 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FL51 YHE is a 2001 Lexus GS430, first registered on 26 October 2001.

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