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BN51 WMK

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

69,344 mi
Last recorded69,344 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 WMK
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 69,344 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 68,852 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 68,832 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 68,308 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 67,421 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 67,321 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 3 Mar 2017 65,742 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 63,816 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 63,415 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 61,852 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 60,080 miles

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

Nearside and offside front tyres starting to wear on inside edges

Pass 28 Feb 2012 59,075 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 23 Feb 2011 56,044 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 51,661 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 47,588 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 43,120 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 35,853 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 35,850 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 28,603 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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BN51 WMK is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BN51 WMK, 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 BN51 WMK registered?

BN51 WMK is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 3 January 2002.

Is BN51 WMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 WMK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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