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AO04 DFC

2004 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

11,093 mi
Last recorded11,093 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 DFC
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 11,093 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 10,478 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 9,636 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 8,922 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 7,375 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 7,136 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 7,123 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 6,903 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 6,821 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 6,743 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 6,662 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 6,388 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 6,046 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 5,727 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 5,652 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 23 Mar 2011 4,811 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 4,628 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 4,454 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,097 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 3,269 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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AO04 DFC is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 AO04 DFC, 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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What year was AO04 DFC registered?

AO04 DFC is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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