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GY53 KUV

2003 Lexus LS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

178,430 mi
Last recorded178,430 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 KUV
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 178,430 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 18 Nov 2015 178,430 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2014 157,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 137,353 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 122,957 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)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 109,370 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)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 88,286 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 69,507 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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GY53 KUV is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 91,314 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 GY53 KUV, 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 23 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY53 KUV registered?

GY53 KUV is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is GY53 KUV safe to buy?

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