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WL53 YLR

2003 Lexus LS430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,503 mi
Last recorded85,503 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 YLR
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 85,503 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 84,063 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 84,063 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 82,671 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 81,073 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 79,904 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 77,608 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 74,767 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 67,088 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2017 59,690 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2017 59,690 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 53,811 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 49,966 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 44,601 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 42,416 miles

o/s/f tyre slight wear to inner/outer edges

Pass 5 Dec 2012 38,647 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 33,894 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 30,672 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 27,120 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 22,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 22,624 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 18,591 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2007 18,591 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 13,844 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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WL53 YLR is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WL53 YLR, 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 WL53 YLR registered?

WL53 YLR is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is WL53 YLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 YLR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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