CarVerify

Free Car Check

LS02 VFM

2002 Lexus LS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,052 mi
Last recorded150,052 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS02 VFM
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2020 150,052 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 144,800 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 142,431 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 137,914 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 137,854 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 129,931 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 129,931 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 121,004 miles

Advise front wishbone arms N/S and O/S beginning to perish

Advise on EML light on dashboard

Advise on N/S/F shock absorver beginning to weaken

Pass 1 Aug 2013 112,526 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 105,161 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 94,711 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 86,262 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 73,130 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 62,178 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 51,069 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)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 40,458 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)

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
Full Lexus LS430 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LS02 VFM is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LS02 VFM, 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

How do I check the history of LS02 VFM?

You can check the full history of LS02 VFM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LS02 VFM registered?

LS02 VFM is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is LS02 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS02 VFM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LS02 VFM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LS02 VFM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.