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A2 RVX

2001 Lexus SC430

Maroon Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

82,858 mi
Last recorded82,858 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 RVX
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 82,858 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Sep 2025 82,853 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 82,538 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 81,849 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords All tyres cracking on side walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 80,667 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 79,925 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 77,368 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 77,367 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 76,389 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 76,389 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2017 72,902 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 May 2017 72,902 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 72,110 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 72,097 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 71,668 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jun 2015 71,668 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 61,720 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,369 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 11 Jul 2013 52,365 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust system corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

VSC light on

Pass 11 Jul 2012 48,691 miles

engine management light ON

Pass 12 Jul 2011 45,748 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 43,175 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 40,148 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 38,377 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 36,894 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 33,184 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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A2 RVX is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Maroon with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 A2 RVX, 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 A2 RVX registered?

A2 RVX is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is A2 RVX safe to buy?

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