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RY53 SCV

2003 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

157,884 mi
Last recorded157,884 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY53 SCV
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 157,884 miles

EML on

both rear shock absorbers weak

offside front shock absorber weak

Pass 26 Oct 2011 150,788 miles

Nearside Rear 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 9 Nov 2010 141,582 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 128,788 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 110,494 miles

Nearside Rear 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 12 Dec 2007 87,933 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2006 66,697 miles

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

o/s and n/s front tyres showing signs of wear/sills coverd by plastic trims/underbody coverd by plastic trims

Pass 15 Dec 2006 66,697 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres showing signs of wear/sills coverd by plastic trims/underbody coverd by plastic trims

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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RY53 SCV is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 91,314 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 RY53 SCV, 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 23 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RY53 SCV registered?

RY53 SCV is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RY53 SCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY53 SCV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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