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LW51 XSC

2002 Lexus GS430

Gold Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,821 mi
Last recorded45,821 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS43085,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW51 XSC
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 45,821 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 42,345 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 42,345 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 36,614 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2012 30,288 miles

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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LW51 XSC is a 2002 Lexus GS430 in Gold with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 85,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LW51 XSC, 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 24 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LW51 XSC registered?

LW51 XSC is a 2002 Lexus GS430, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is LW51 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW51 XSC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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