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A1 VCR

2003 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,666 mi
Last recorded36,666 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 VCR
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 36,666 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 36,593 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 36,569 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 36,553 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 36,541 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 36,526 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 36,004 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 35,930 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 35,317 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 35,149 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 35,125 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 10 May 2017 34,953 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 May 2016 34,662 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 34,134 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 33,170 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 32,239 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 32,226 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 30,686 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 28,900 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 27,310 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 24,993 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 21,746 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 18,326 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 14,755 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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A1 VCR is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A1 VCR, 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.

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What year was A1 VCR registered?

A1 VCR is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 18 April 2003.

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