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Y216 KAR

2001 Lexus LS430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,028 mi
Last recorded160,028 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2020
Typical for 2001 Lexus LS430102,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY216 KAR
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2020 160,028 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 151,990 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 150,143 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 145,513 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 141,025 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 132,468 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 132,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 127,186 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 123,860 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 118,010 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 17 Mar 2011 118,010 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

n/s/f tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

Pass 11 Mar 2010 112,840 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 109,731 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 106,258 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 106,258 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 101,872 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 101,872 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 89,908 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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Y216 KAR is a 2001 Lexus LS430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 102,548 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y216 KAR, 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 25 years old, this Lexus LS430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y216 KAR is a 2001 Lexus LS430, first registered on 27 March 2001.

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