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L70 HJC

2001 Lexus LS430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

144,178 mi
Last recorded144,178 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL70 HJC
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 144,178 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 141,970 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 141,970 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 138,519 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 135,818 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 131,749 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 127,321 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 122,940 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 117,467 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 111,936 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 109,012 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 105,800 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 102,380 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 95,074 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 89,133 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 83,165 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 76,132 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 76,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 68,682 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 58,727 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 51,335 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 44,361 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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L70 HJC is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L70 HJC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L70 HJC registered?

L70 HJC is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is L70 HJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L70 HJC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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