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MF02 LHY

2002 Lexus LS430

White Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

80,862 mi
Last recorded80,862 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF02 LHY
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 80,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 80,585 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2024 80,550 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 80,476 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 80,100 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2022 80,099 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (D) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 79,924 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 79,068 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 78,530 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 76,895 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 75,532 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 75,154 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 74,787 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 74,429 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 72,732 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 71,023 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 71,023 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 65,318 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 54,621 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 45,907 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 40,142 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 33,747 miles

brake pads worn approx 70%

front and rear tyres worn on outer shoulders

Pass 3 Mar 2006 27,537 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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MF02 LHY is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in White with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 MF02 LHY, 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 MF02 LHY registered?

MF02 LHY is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 20 March 2002.

Is MF02 LHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF02 LHY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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