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GU51 MWA

2001 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,285 mi
Last recorded128,285 miles
Recorded on7 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 MWA
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2018 128,285 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 121,748 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 121,748 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 May 2016 115,038 miles

Body has slight corrosion both rear inner sills (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at both front cats (7.1.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2015 107,765 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 100,153 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 93,495 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 86,822 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 86,822 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 May 2011 81,433 miles

offside parking brake effort low

Pass 29 May 2010 77,474 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 69,911 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 66,195 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 59,532 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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GU51 MWA is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 102,548 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 GU51 MWA, 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 25 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU51 MWA registered?

GU51 MWA is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is GU51 MWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 MWA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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