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LG51 SXC

2001 Lexus LS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

217,842 mi
Last recorded217,842 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 SXC
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 217,842 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2014 215,076 miles

1.plastic trim covering outer sills.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Aug 2014 215,061 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

1.plastic trim covering outer sills.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2013 210,730 miles

1.front tyres wearing inner edges.2.plastic trim covering outer sills.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Aug 2013 210,715 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

1.front tyres wearing inner edges.2.plastic trim covering outer sills.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2012 207,337 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside inner steering arm has slight play

offside inner steering arm has slight play

Pass 29 Jul 2011 192,913 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 192,909 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 179,238 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 163,566 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 144,605 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2008 144,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 124,232 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 106,821 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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LG51 SXC is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LG51 SXC, 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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How do I check the history of LG51 SXC?

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What year was LG51 SXC registered?

LG51 SXC is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is LG51 SXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG51 SXC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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