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MIJ 1204

2002 Lexus LS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,300 mi
Last recorded123,300 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMIJ 1204
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 123,300 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 116,998 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear suspension leaning slightly

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 112,135 miles

Nearside Rear tyre feathering on edges

Offside Rear tyre feathering on edges

Pass 18 Sep 2015 107,904 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 103,237 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 99,006 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 94,311 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 88,695 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 8 Oct 2010 82,841 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 74,696 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 68,637 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 68,637 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 62,300 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 54,435 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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MIJ 1204 is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MIJ 1204, 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 MIJ 1204 registered?

MIJ 1204 is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is MIJ 1204 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MIJ 1204 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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