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RX53 LVT

2003 Lexus GS430

Black Diesel 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

138,563 mi
Last recorded138,563 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS43077,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 LVT
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 138,563 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 117,563 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 107,281 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 99,307 miles

Rear back box and exhaust system is slightly corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2012 89,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

rear sections of exhaust on both sides corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2011 83,514 miles

engine under trey fitted

exhaust corroded

slight kerb damage to alloys

slight weare to n s rear tyre

Fail 4 Apr 2011 83,514 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

engine under trey fitted

exhaust corroded

n s front tyre worn low to 1.6mm on edges

slight kerb damage to alloys

slight weare to n s rear tyre

o s rear tyre wearing low and cut in outer edge

Pass 29 Apr 2010 75,043 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 71,536 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 63,670 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 40,071 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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RX53 LVT is a 2003 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 77,340 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 RX53 LVT, 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 23 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX53 LVT registered?

RX53 LVT is a 2003 Lexus GS430, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is RX53 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 LVT shows 11 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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