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AL03 FUN

2003 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,966 mi
Last recorded110,966 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL03 FUN
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 110,966 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 110,299 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 109,044 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 109,043 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 104,571 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 99,530 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit TWI@3mm (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing thin on inner edges

engine MIL remains on

poor connection nearside front sidelamp

rear driveshaft propshaft rubber coupling perished

Pass 6 Mar 2017 92,741 miles

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

covers obscuring some testable components

engine MIL remains on

rear propshaft rubber coupling spliting/perished

Fail 28 Feb 2017 92,645 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both pipes fractured/blowing (7.1.2)

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

Central exhaust bracket deteatched/exhaust not fully supported

Nearside Rear tyre looks underinflated

Offside Rear tyre tread starting to split

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

covers obscuring some testable components

engine MIL remains on

rear propshaft rubber coupling spliting/perished

Pass 3 Mar 2016 86,218 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipes to cat convertor y section (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit TWi 3mm inner shoulder heavily worn (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint advise replace soon (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit under 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

covers fitted obscuring some testable components

engine oil level low,signs of oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2015 77,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

TPMS warning lamp remains on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

center offside exhaust mount bracket broken away from pipework

rear subframe bushes perished

Pass 20 Mar 2014 71,426 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

auxulliary drive belt sqeals

nearside wiper blade split at ends

offside front tyre heavily worn on inner shoulder

rear tailgate struts do not support weight of tailgate

tyre pressure warning lamp remains on

Pass 19 Apr 2012 63,296 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 54,843 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 29 Apr 2010 48,379 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 41,835 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 10 Apr 2008 36,217 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 22,897 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 11,807 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)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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AL03 FUN is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 67,659 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 AL03 FUN, 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 23 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AL03 FUN registered?

AL03 FUN is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 3 May 2003.

Is AL03 FUN safe to buy?

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