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MP03 AFA

2003 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,252 mi
Last recorded157,252 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP03 AFA
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 157,252 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2024 153,606 miles

underbody protected in sealant

Pass 27 Nov 2023 149,613 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 145,631 miles

Undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some componants

Fail 10 Oct 2022 145,631 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Undertrays and engine covers fitted obscuring some componants

Pass 5 Oct 2021 139,601 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 135,345 miles

Front Wipers slightly smearing

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 122,186 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2019 121,938 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 111,031 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 100,526 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 99,109 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 95,728 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 92,471 miles

both exhaust back boxs corroding

Fail 7 Jul 2014 92,471 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both exhaust back boxs corroding

Pass 1 Jul 2013 81,406 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 68,188 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 61,124 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 59,850 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 55,847 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 50,131 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres worn / wearing on edges

Pass 17 Aug 2007 41,294 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 39,564 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 32,377 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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MP03 AFA is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 91,314 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 MP03 AFA, 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 23 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MP03 AFA is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 6 June 2003.

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