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GP53 VJO

2003 Lexus GS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,356 mi
Last recorded71,356 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS43077,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 VJO
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 71,356 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 70,084 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 69,310 miles

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

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

Rear OUTER CASE EXHAST CORRODING

Pass 8 Feb 2023 68,345 miles

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

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

Rear backbox outer case corroding

Pass 16 Feb 2022 67,208 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 66,995 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 65,828 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 64,746 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 61,296 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 57,671 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 54,916 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 50,365 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

battery leaking

Pass 9 Jan 2012 46,547 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 42,330 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 35,876 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 27,981 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 20,768 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 14,930 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 14,891 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GP53 VJO is a 2003 Lexus GS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GP53 VJO, 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 GP53 VJO registered?

GP53 VJO is a 2003 Lexus GS430, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is GP53 VJO safe to buy?

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