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MW52 JBV

2003 Lexus LS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

153,542 mi
Last recorded153,542 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 JBV
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 153,542 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 151,072 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 148,864 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 145,706 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 142,016 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 138,527 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 133,502 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 128,920 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 128,907 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 117,013 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 104,128 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 91,361 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 80,946 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 63,865 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 45,929 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 45,929 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 JBV is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 MW52 JBV, 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 JBV registered?

MW52 JBV is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is MW52 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW52 JBV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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