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CU57 NMJ

2007 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

157,208 mi
Last recorded157,208 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Lexus SC43048,941 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU57 NMJ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 157,208 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all around (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 147,797 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2024 147,797 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 135,903 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 129,500 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 129,498 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 120,931 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 115,835 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 115,835 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 103,213 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 72,533 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 57,897 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 44,553 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 30,840 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 23,159 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 19,667 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 14,767 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 14,767 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 11,340 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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CU57 NMJ is a 2007 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2007 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 48,941 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CU57 NMJ, 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 19 years old, this Lexus SC430 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU57 NMJ registered?

CU57 NMJ is a 2007 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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