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R300 JFK

2002 Lexus LS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,705 mi
Last recorded122,705 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 JFK
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 122,705 miles

Corrosion under vehicle

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2024 119,570 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 117,255 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2023 117,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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R300 JFK is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 95,888 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 R300 JFK, 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 24 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R300 JFK registered?

R300 JFK is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is R300 JFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 JFK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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