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YF53 EVR

2003 Lexus LS430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

60,362 mi
Last recorded60,362 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus LS43091,314 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 EVR
MakeLexus
ModelLS430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 60,362 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 57,556 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 55,557 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 10 Oct 2023 55,548 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 7 Oct 2022 53,192 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 15 Oct 2021 51,790 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Underside of vehicle corroding

Fail 14 Oct 2021 51,790 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Underside of vehicle corroding

Pass 14 Oct 2020 48,929 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Vehicle/suspension/subframes corroding

Fail 8 Oct 2020 48,915 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Vehicle/suspension/subframes corroding

Pass 9 Apr 2019 44,051 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc slightly corroded on inside

Slight corrosion on underside of vehicle

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 40,233 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 40,229 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 35,846 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 33,691 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 33,081 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,483 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 31,548 miles

nearside front tyre slight sidewall cracking

Pass 23 Apr 2012 30,311 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 28,161 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 23,111 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 21,801 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 18,774 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 15,078 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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YF53 EVR is a 2003 Lexus LS430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2003 Lexus LS430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 91,314 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YF53 EVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF53 EVR registered?

YF53 EVR is a 2003 Lexus LS430, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is YF53 EVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF53 EVR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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