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A18 JVC

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

62,526 mi
Last recorded62,526 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 JVC
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 62,526 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 61,466 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 59,163 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 56,967 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 55,369 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 53,820 miles

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Mar 2016 52,281 miles

tpms light on dash (first used on or after 2012)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 50,904 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 50,250 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Mar 2013 49,219 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 47,902 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 47,123 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 45,654 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyres worn / wearing on edges

Fail 26 Mar 2009 43,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2009 43,633 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2008 42,142 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 40,560 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 38,725 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 38,682 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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A18 JVC is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 A18 JVC, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A18 JVC registered?

A18 JVC is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 19 July 2001.

Is A18 JVC safe to buy?

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