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A20 DYC

2005 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

40,120 mi
Last recorded40,120 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 DYC
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 40,120 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 36,716 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 36,621 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2025 36,620 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 36,402 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2022 36,033 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 35,699 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 35,279 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 34,395 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 34,395 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 32,802 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 31,982 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 30,666 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 30,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 29,292 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 28,038 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 26,384 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 26,384 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 25,407 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 23,510 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 20,568 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 14,893 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 14,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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A20 DYC is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A20 DYC, 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 21 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A20 DYC registered?

A20 DYC is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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The MOT history for A20 DYC shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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