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GP53 WCV

2003 Lexus GS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

144,874 mi
Last recorded144,874 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS43077,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 144,874 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 144,748 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

both front tyre edges worn

Pass 19 Sep 2014 140,891 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 133,099 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 133,099 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 119,803 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 119,763 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 111,381 miles

engine management light on

Pass 20 Jul 2010 101,313 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 93,938 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 93,938 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 84,208 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 84,208 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 77,951 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 77,951 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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GP53 WCV is a 2003 Lexus GS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WCV, 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.

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What year was GP53 WCV registered?

GP53 WCV is a 2003 Lexus GS430, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is GP53 WCV safe to buy?

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