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SL52 EUX

2003 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

181,052 mi
Last recorded181,052 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 EUX
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 181,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside mirror casing has some damage

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 178,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

engine light on

Pass 5 Feb 2021 175,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 173,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 170,574 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 166,608 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 162,430 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both headlamps crazed

general surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 29 Jan 2016 152,402 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine covers

oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2015 144,276 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 133,985 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 122,603 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 122,601 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 111,369 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 104,335 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 104,335 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 95,555 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2010 95,554 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 86,031 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 74,568 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 62,630 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 51,755 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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SL52 EUX is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SL52 EUX, 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 SL52 EUX registered?

SL52 EUX is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 14 January 2003.

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