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SK51 UPY

2001 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,288 mi
Last recorded112,288 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS43094,622 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK51 UPY
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 112,288 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 103,567 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 95,010 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 84,535 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 84,535 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 80,515 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 76,510 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 76,510 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 May 2014 72,670 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 69,485 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 69,485 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 65,281 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 61,797 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 58,415 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 54,922 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 51,765 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 47,167 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 42,396 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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SK51 UPY is a 2001 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SK51 UPY, 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 SK51 UPY registered?

SK51 UPY is a 2001 Lexus GS430, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SK51 UPY safe to buy?

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