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S5 VLB

2001 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,666 mi
Last recorded108,666 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 VLB
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 108,666 miles

Ecu light on dash

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

Rear Exhaust slight leak

Pass 29 Aug 2017 98,827 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 91,724 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 86,200 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 80,833 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 80,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 77,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 73,164 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 73,164 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 69,512 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 65,707 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 60,625 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 55,043 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 49,258 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 44,057 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 37,702 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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S5 VLB is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 102,548 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 S5 VLB, 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.

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What year was S5 VLB registered?

S5 VLB is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is S5 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 VLB shows 16 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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