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W3 JFL

2003 Lexus LS430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

58,013 mi
Last recorded58,013 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW3 JFL
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 58,013 miles

All underbody components corroded

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 57,963 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 57,839 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 57,191 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 52,912 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 47,298 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 42,468 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 38,210 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 32,804 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 31,993 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 31,993 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 30,243 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 28,563 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 26,231 miles

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 Feb 2007 22,917 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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W3 JFL is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 W3 JFL, 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 W3 JFL registered?

W3 JFL is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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