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MH02 ODE

2002 Lexus LS430

Green Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

198,155 mi
Last recorded198,155 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH02 ODE
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 198,155 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 194,740 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 186,932 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 184,437 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 180,269 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 171,951 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 158,302 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 155,585 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 153,042 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front tyres wearing on edges + N/S Slightly deteriorated.

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2013 151,311 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 151,310 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 148,640 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Aug 2011 130,957 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 109,666 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 89,087 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 73,646 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2008 66,573 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 61,170 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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MH02 ODE is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Green with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MH02 ODE, 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 MH02 ODE registered?

MH02 ODE is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 11 April 2002.

Is MH02 ODE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH02 ODE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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