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A8 XTP

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

77,000 mi
Last recorded77,000 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XTP
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 77,000 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 74,329 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 72,913 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 71,276 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 60,663 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 55,291 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 48,489 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 40,286 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 40,174 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 32,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres wearing on edges of tread

Pass 30 May 2007 32,481 miles

front tyres wearing on edges of tread

Pass 4 Apr 2006 22,507 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 22,507 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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A8 XTP is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A8 XTP, 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 A8 XTP registered?

A8 XTP is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 8 November 2001.

Is A8 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XTP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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