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MM51 TTY

2001 Lexus LS430

Bronze Lpg 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

155,377 mi
Last recorded155,377 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM51 TTY
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Jun 2019 155,377 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel service and parking brake (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.046 (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 4.70 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer and inner sill panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear exhaust mountings have been temp repaired

Fail 20 Jun 2018 155,263 miles

Front Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault warning light on constantly (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Steering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded into flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault stability control sensor bracket detached (7.12 (e))

Rear Fuel system component defective in the case of LPG/CNG/ LNG or hydrogen systems not tested as boot area full (6.1.3 (f)) DANGEROUS

Front fog lamps missing

Offside underbody plastic c0ver insicure

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2018 155,157 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault vsc lamp on. red warning triangle lit (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2017 146,786 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 142,489 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 137,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

chassis /sills/ubc corroded

exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2014 135,247 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 25 Apr 2014 135,247 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 121,837 miles

Engine warning light on.

Pass 26 May 2012 100,327 miles

both rear tyres bold on inner edges and close to legal limit

eml light on

Pass 17 May 2011 89,723 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 78,957 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 68,768 miles

ADVISE FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

Pass 16 Oct 2008 63,631 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 55,613 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 43,637 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2005 36,069 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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MM51 TTY is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 102,548 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MM51 TTY, 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 25 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MM51 TTY is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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