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VA52 ULP

2002 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

139,849 mi
Last recorded139,849 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Lexus LS43095,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 ULP
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2020 139,849 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 139,399 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 139,399 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 130,404 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% imbalance (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak lower engine around sump seal ()

Fail 22 Aug 2017 130,404 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% imbalance (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak lower engine around sump seal ()

Pass 30 Aug 2016 123,903 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 117,314 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 110,900 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 101,285 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2012 90,877 miles

Oil leak

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2011 82,019 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 69,232 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2009 57,852 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 47,527 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 39,999 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 36,836 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 26,704 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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VA52 ULP is a 2002 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2002 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 95,888 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 VA52 ULP, 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 24 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VA52 ULP registered?

VA52 ULP is a 2002 Lexus LS430, first registered on 21 October 2002.

Is VA52 ULP safe to buy?

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