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GX51 GVD

2001 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

117,029 mi
Last recorded117,029 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 GVD
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 117,029 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 112,300 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jan 2025 112,299 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 104,714 miles

Front brake pads worn

Rear tyres worn inner edges

Pass 6 Jul 2022 96,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape inner shoulder

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 96,688 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 96,184 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 95,441 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 94,479 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 93,274 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 89,186 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 89,186 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 86,462 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 80,947 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 76,979 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 74,521 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 70,284 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 70,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 64,820 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 58,860 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 50,975 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 44,565 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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GX51 GVD is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GX51 GVD, 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 GX51 GVD registered?

GX51 GVD is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is GX51 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX51 GVD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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