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GP54 RTU

2005 Lexus LS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

205,349 mi
Last recorded205,349 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Lexus LS43084,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP54 RTU
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2020 205,349 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 196,174 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 191,590 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 182,963 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 170,564 miles

Nearside Front cuts on side wall not through to cord

Fail 23 Mar 2016 170,564 miles

Offside Front Air suspension unit displaced (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Rear Air suspension levelling valve insecure (2.4.D.4)

Nearside Front cuts on side wall not through to cord

engine light on

vehicle stability control light on

Pass 22 Apr 2015 158,093 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 158,093 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 142,075 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 124,607 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 109,368 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 85,788 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 66,009 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 49,826 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 49,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 19,983 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2008 19,983 miles

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

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)

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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GP54 RTU is a 2005 Lexus LS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 84,304 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 LS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,433 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP54 RTU, 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 21 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GP54 RTU?

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What year was GP54 RTU registered?

GP54 RTU is a 2005 Lexus LS430, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is GP54 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP54 RTU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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