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L5 VVT

2002 Lexus LS430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

137,465 mi
Last recorded137,465 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 VVT
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 137,465 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 137,390 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 135,653 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2024 135,399 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2023 129,270 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 121,091 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jul 2022 121,091 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 115,103 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 110,419 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 106,534 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 104,998 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 103,119 miles

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 8 Jul 2016 100,637 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 98,072 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 96,139 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 94,202 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 94,202 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 91,139 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 90,017 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 86,994 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 85,070 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 79,195 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 73,088 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 66,377 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 62,242 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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L5 VVT is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2002 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 95,888 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 L5 VVT, 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 24 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L5 VVT registered?

L5 VVT is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 2 April 2002.

Is L5 VVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 VVT shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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