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RJ51 OSN

2001 Lexus GS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,385 mi
Last recorded142,385 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS43094,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ51 OSN
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 142,385 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 134,837 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 134,837 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 127,493 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 119,153 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 114,289 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 110,280 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 110,280 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2019 104,278 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 100,356 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (perished) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 95,811 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 91,077 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Aug 2015 86,986 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 86,986 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 83,729 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 80,536 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 77,094 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2011 71,488 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 67,086 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 60,410 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 60,410 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 54,803 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 49,337 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 40,424 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus GS430?

Based on 15,178 MOT tests across 914 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
5,150
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 473
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 285
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 179
position lamp(s) not working 155
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 142
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RJ51 OSN is a 2001 Lexus GS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 94,622 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus GS430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ51 OSN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS430 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RJ51 OSN registered?

RJ51 OSN is a 2001 Lexus GS430, first registered on 6 October 2001.

Is RJ51 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ51 OSN shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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