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X353 XLJ

2001 Lexus GS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,458 mi
Last recorded94,458 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS43094,622 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX353 XLJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 94,458 miles

slight leak from front of exhaust system

Pass 29 Aug 2012 89,993 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 68,996 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 83,234 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 77,158 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 72,532 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 72,532 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 68,082 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 52,489 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 43,116 miles

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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X353 XLJ is a 2001 Lexus GS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Lexus GS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 94,622 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 X353 XLJ, 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 25 years old, this Lexus GS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X353 XLJ registered?

X353 XLJ is a 2001 Lexus GS430, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X353 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X353 XLJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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