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C26 MSS

2003 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

67,745 mi
Last recorded67,745 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 MSS
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 67,745 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 67,727 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working no motor heard (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 63,138 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension brace (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion underneath

Fail 12 May 2025 63,136 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened suspension brace (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened suspension brace (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion underneath

Pass 1 Jul 2024 62,299 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 62,299 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 58,766 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 55,725 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 55,590 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 54,851 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 52,862 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 50,541 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 47,729 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 44,539 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 41,169 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 38,961 miles

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

o/s/r tyre has a small cut in tread

Fail 20 Sep 2013 38,961 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/r tyre has a small cut in tread

Pass 7 Aug 2012 35,662 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 32,310 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 7 Apr 2011 31,526 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Mar 2010 27,467 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 25,630 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 23,093 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 21,087 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 18,470 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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C26 MSS is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 C26 MSS, 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 C26 MSS registered?

C26 MSS is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is C26 MSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 MSS shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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