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G5 VBJ

2001 Lexus GS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

203,606 mi
Last recorded203,606 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS43094,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 VBJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 203,606 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 192,046 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 182,119 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 165,634 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 165,634 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 165,626 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 165,343 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 163,998 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 157,497 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 147,317 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 136,365 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 126,462 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 116,342 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 106,522 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 96,158 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 86,529 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 76,382 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 68,122 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 58,028 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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G5 VBJ is a 2001 Lexus GS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 G5 VBJ, 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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What year was G5 VBJ registered?

G5 VBJ is a 2001 Lexus GS430, first registered on 25 May 2001.

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