CarVerify

Free Car Check

RJ51 JBE

2001 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

147,557 mi
Last recorded147,557 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 JBE
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 147,557 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 147,537 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 147,537 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 147,237 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 146,229 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 145,968 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 145,968 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Ineffective (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Foot operated park brake has excessive travel (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 140,648 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 133,951 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 127,751 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 123,507 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 118,931 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 113,496 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 108,123 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 101,105 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 101,104 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 91,878 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 83,281 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 76,018 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 68,527 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 60,206 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 52,997 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 52,997 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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
Full Lexus LS430 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

RJ51 JBE is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 102,548 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RJ51 JBE, 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

How do I check the history of RJ51 JBE?

You can check the full history of RJ51 JBE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RJ51 JBE registered?

RJ51 JBE is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is RJ51 JBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 JBE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJ51 JBE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on RJ51 JBE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.