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GS52 BEX

2002 Lexus GS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

235,997 mi
Last recorded235,997 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS43085,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS52 BEX
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 235,997 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both (3.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 229,926 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 222,635 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 219,966 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2022 214,530 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 206,361 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 199,946 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 190,786 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 190,786 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 179,649 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 169,417 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 160,512 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 148,856 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front head lamps deterioted

under trays/engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2014 137,078 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 125,563 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2012 113,415 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 113,415 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust system rusted .

Pass 5 Sep 2011 100,574 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion on exuast system .

rear brake pads look low .

small seepage on o/s/f shocker .

Pass 25 Aug 2010 87,456 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 74,263 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 62,227 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 49,747 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 36,556 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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GS52 BEX is a 2002 Lexus GS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 85,835 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 GS52 BEX, 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 24 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GS52 BEX is a 2002 Lexus GS430, first registered on 18 September 2002.

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