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RF51 TLK

2001 Lexus LS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,625 mi
Last recorded150,625 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 TLK
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 150,625 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 141,033 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 131,026 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 122,387 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 116,857 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 116,675 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

side sills with covers not fully checked

Pass 27 Jul 2012 110,972 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Slight damage to o/s front mirror cover.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 102,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 96,588 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 89,627 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 81,567 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 72,674 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 65,095 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 65,053 miles

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

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

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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RF51 TLK is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 102,548 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 RF51 TLK, 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 25 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF51 TLK registered?

RF51 TLK is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is RF51 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 TLK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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