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1986 SW

2002 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

67,305 mi
Last recorded67,305 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration1986 SW
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 67,305 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 67,136 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 66,606 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 66,133 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 65,359 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 64,609 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 64,046 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 63,385 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 62,915 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 62,100 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 60,301 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 59,396 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 58,531 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 56,553 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 55,312 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 44,737 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2007 44,731 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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

How Reliable is the Lexus SC430?

Based on 47,597 MOT tests across 2,431 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
3,052
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,431
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,270
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 575
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 444
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 431
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 329
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1986 SW is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lexus SC430 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,270 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1986 SW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus SC430 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 1986 SW registered?

1986 SW is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is 1986 SW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1986 SW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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