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GF53 GYX

2003 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

74,417 mi
Last recorded74,417 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS43077,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 GYX
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 74,417 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 71,301 miles

exhaust rear boxes slightly corroded.

Fail 13 Sep 2024 71,301 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

exhaust rear boxes slightly corroded.

Pass 25 Sep 2023 68,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge middle (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

headlamps deteriorated

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2022 66,028 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust corroded

headlamps deteriorating

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2021 63,208 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

exhaust corroded

headlamps deteriorated

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2020 61,033 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

both headlamps deteriorating

corrosion to both rear coil springs

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2019 58,630 miles

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

both headlamps deteriorated

outer sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2018 55,386 miles

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

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2017 51,421 miles

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 22 Sep 2016 48,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre wear on inside edge

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

exhaust corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2015 44,881 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 41,399 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 38,248 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 35,112 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 31,975 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 28,407 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 25,938 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 23,321 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 26 Sep 2007 20,185 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 17,433 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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GF53 GYX is a 2003 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2003 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 77,340 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 GF53 GYX, 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 23 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF53 GYX registered?

GF53 GYX is a 2003 Lexus GS430, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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