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Y961 PWC

2001 Lexus GS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

149,407 mi
Last recorded149,407 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Lexus GS43094,622 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY961 PWC
MakeLexus
ModelGS430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 149,407 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 145,426 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 141,928 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 136,935 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 128,964 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 120,691 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 120,188 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 107,114 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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Y961 PWC is a 2001 Lexus GS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y961 PWC, 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 Y961 PWC registered?

Y961 PWC is a 2001 Lexus GS430, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y961 PWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y961 PWC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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