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RG02 NLO

2002 Lexus LS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

198,728 mi
Last recorded198,728 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG02 NLO
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 198,728 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 197,347 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 196,140 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 193,363 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 192,583 miles

All four tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 4 Dec 2020 190,919 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 189,501 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 186,406 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 183,565 miles

Both front wishbone rear bushes starting to split

Pass 2 Dec 2016 180,355 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 28 Nov 2016 180,355 miles

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.6a)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bushes BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 176,473 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 173,174 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 169,282 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

both rear tyres wearing more on edges

Fail 19 Sep 2013 169,280 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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

both rear tyres wearing more on edges

Pass 10 Sep 2012 163,796 miles

Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 158,603 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 148,508 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 143,594 miles

nearside rear tyre inner sidewall starting to crack

Pass 7 Aug 2008 130,158 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 122,893 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 107,691 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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RG02 NLO is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 RG02 NLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RG02 NLO registered?

RG02 NLO is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is RG02 NLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG02 NLO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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