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AFZ 9673

2008 Lexus SC430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,968 mi
Last recorded51,968 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus SC43046,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 9673
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 51,968 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2024 48,413 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 47,522 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 44,320 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 41,403 miles

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

restricted view of engine bay cover fitted

restricted view of under vehicle undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2020 39,602 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 37,744 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 36,100 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 36,100 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,279 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,296 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 29,434 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 26,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn low on edges

exhaust corroding

Pass 29 May 2013 23,829 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre sidewall slightly damaged

Pass 8 May 2012 21,280 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 May 2012 21,280 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2011 18,241 miles

front tyre edges worn to limit

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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AFZ 9673 is a 2008 Lexus SC430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 46,182 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 AFZ 9673, 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 18 years old, this Lexus SC430 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AFZ 9673 registered?

AFZ 9673 is a 2008 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is AFZ 9673 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 9673 shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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