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AJ54 HSZ

2004 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

117,146 mi
Last recorded117,146 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ54 HSZ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 117,146 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 114,139 miles

both number plates damaged

crack windscreen

slight blow exhaust

suspension corroded

Fail 4 Feb 2023 114,139 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

both number plates damaged

crack windscreen

slight blow exhaust

suspension corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2022 108,291 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 102,563 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 94,975 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 94,975 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 93,013 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 89,413 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 85,533 miles

off side rear tyre inside wall is damaged but no cords are exposed.

Fail 27 Jun 2016 85,433 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

offside rear tyre has deep cuts/tears to inner sidewall

offside steering rack end oil seepage

tyre runflat light on

under tray loose

wipers smeary

Pass 27 Jun 2015 82,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 75,105 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 25 Feb 2014 75,088 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted obscuring some components

strong advise - both sides front brake pads wearing thin

Pass 30 Aug 2012 62,567 miles

front no plate insecure

Pass 4 Mar 2011 47,767 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 43,971 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 42,676 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 42,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 41,278 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Oct 2008 41,278 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 37,758 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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AJ54 HSZ is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 63,512 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 AJ54 HSZ, 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 22 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AJ54 HSZ is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 21 October 2004.

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