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MV02 HTF

2002 Lexus GS430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,136 mi
Last recorded84,136 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Lexus GS43085,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 HTF
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2013 84,136 miles

Can not see rear pads too be checked.

Offside rear tyre cracked on sidewall.

Rear backbox corroded.

Fail 30 Jan 2012 84,031 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 84,031 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 77,276 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 69,792 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 61,124 miles

FRONT TYRES SLIGHT CUTS IN WALLS

Pass 1 Feb 2008 53,243 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 47,486 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 15 Mar 2006 39,112 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
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MV02 HTF is a 2002 Lexus GS430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 85,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV02 HTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MV02 HTF registered?

MV02 HTF is a 2002 Lexus GS430, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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