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GP52 OFB

2003 Lexus LS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

153,212 mi
Last recorded153,212 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP52 OFB
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 153,212 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coolant leak

Pass 25 Oct 2024 151,874 miles

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coolant system leak

front exhaust flanges corroded

Fail 23 Oct 2024 151,872 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coolant system leak

front exhaust flanges corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2023 149,522 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 146,396 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 143,097 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 140,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 139,173 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 139,027 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 138,198 miles

under tray fitted reducing inspection of underside

Pass 3 Nov 2016 137,771 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 136,699 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 136,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 136,431 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 136,073 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 135,749 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 134,939 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 132,354 miles

slight edge wear front tyres

Pass 31 Oct 2009 120,442 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 88,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 88,106 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 72,939 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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GP52 OFB is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 91,314 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 GP52 OFB, 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 23 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GP52 OFB registered?

GP52 OFB is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 18 February 2003.

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