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SM53 JLX

2003 Lexus GS430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

91,620 mi
Last recorded91,620 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Lexus GS43077,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 JLX
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2022 91,620 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 91,278 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 91,205 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 90,503 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear o/s n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 4 Aug 2017 86,839 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 86,838 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits due to aftermarket exhaust (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition liable to cause deafness Verrrry loud (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim too low both are low (1.8)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front wheelbearing not tested due to binding brake

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 83,899 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 78,896 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 69,447 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 63,814 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Jan 2012 58,066 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 51,022 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 41,882 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 34,202 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 32,224 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 26,827 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 20,695 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)

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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SM53 JLX is a 2003 Lexus GS430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SM53 JLX, 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 SM53 JLX registered?

SM53 JLX is a 2003 Lexus GS430, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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