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430 LEX

2003 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,721 mi
Last recorded41,721 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration430 LEX
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2025 41,721 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 41,534 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 41,194 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 40,958 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 40,818 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 40,648 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 40,463 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 39,502 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,334 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 37,340 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 35,638 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 33,874 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 30,557 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,123 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,727 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 20,418 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 17,689 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,229 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 11,552 miles

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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430 LEX is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 67,659 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 430 LEX, 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 23 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 430 LEX?

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What year was 430 LEX registered?

430 LEX is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 9 June 2003.

Is 430 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 430 LEX shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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