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AM51 RNU

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

68,063 mi
Last recorded68,063 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 RNU
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 68,063 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 67,423 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 66,204 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 63,926 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 63,923 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 59,854 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 55,347 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 54,214 miles

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 51,589 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 5 Apr 2016 51,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 50,156 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 47,083 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 44,251 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 40,181 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,783 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 27,868 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 25,749 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 22,944 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 22,923 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 17,985 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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AM51 RNU is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 AM51 RNU, 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 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AM51 RNU registered?

AM51 RNU is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is AM51 RNU safe to buy?

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