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DE08 XNN

2008 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

77,204 mi
Last recorded77,204 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus SC43046,182 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 XNN
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 77,204 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2025 77,204 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 74,250 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 74,250 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall 70mm cut to plies (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2023 71,055 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2023 71,053 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 66,797 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 66,790 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 60,815 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front washer jet slightly blocked, Does supply enough washer fluid to windscreen at time of test.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose due to corrosion. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 55,439 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 55,439 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 May 2018 53,293 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 49,421 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 45,906 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 45,905 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2015 40,885 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,454 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 30,120 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 23,672 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 17,640 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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DE08 XNN is a 2008 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 46,182 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 DE08 XNN, 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 18 years old, this Lexus SC430 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DE08 XNN is a 2008 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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