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K777 KJO

2001 Lexus GS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

139,686 mi
Last recorded139,686 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS43094,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK777 KJO
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 139,686 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

large nail in the edge of nearside rear tyre

view to rear brake pads limited

Fail 8 Apr 2013 139,790 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managemewnt light on

large nail in the edge of nearside rear tyre

view to rear brake pads limited

Pass 2 Apr 2012 132,844 miles

unable to see rear brake pads may be wearing thin

Pass 29 Mar 2011 123,402 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Mar 2011 123,402 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/f wheel binding excessivly

Pass 8 Mar 2010 120,157 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 116,901 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 113,896 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 113,896 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Mar 2007 109,141 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 109,141 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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K777 KJO is a 2001 Lexus GS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 94,622 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 GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K777 KJO, 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 25 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K777 KJO is a 2001 Lexus GS430, first registered on 19 March 2001.

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