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MW52 HYF

2003 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

146,165 mi
Last recorded146,165 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 HYF
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 146,165 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 135,915 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 128,476 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 117,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 108,906 miles

Offside Front tyre low on both edges of tread

Offside Rear tyre low on both edges of tread

both front shockers looking damp

both headlight lenses looking discoloured

Pass 5 Jun 2017 99,764 miles

All shock absorbers slightly weak

Both rear inner sills corroded

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly on the inner edges

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2016 88,974 miles

engine covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 23 May 2015 78,933 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2014 68,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Jun 2013 59,048 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2012 50,185 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 44,986 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 42,559 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 40,025 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 36,942 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 31,285 miles

offside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 24 Jan 2007 25,930 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 25,929 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 20,776 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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MW52 HYF is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MW52 HYF, 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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What year was MW52 HYF registered?

MW52 HYF is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 27 January 2003.

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