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GV51 OVK

2001 Lexus LS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

181,675 mi
Last recorded181,675 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 OVK
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 181,675 miles

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

engine covers fitted

excessive under seal applied

general under body rust

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Nov 2021 181,650 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill as marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

engine covers fitted

general under body rust

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2020 174,331 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 161,981 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 159,339 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 156,765 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 153,173 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)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 149,231 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 145,289 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 136,233 miles

front wiper blades slightly smearing windscreen

Fail 13 Aug 2013 136,233 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

front wiper blades slightly smearing windscreen

Pass 20 Sep 2012 127,459 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 114,762 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 107,722 miles

advise closer inspection to brake pads as unable to fully inspect.

unable to fully inspect brake pipes due to location

Pass 25 Sep 2009 92,139 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 91,680 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 64,551 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 64,551 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2008 60,905 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2008 60,905 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 49,813 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 42,293 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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GV51 OVK is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 GV51 OVK, 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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GV51 OVK is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 19 November 2001.

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