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DE51 SYF

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

47,699 mi
Last recorded47,699 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 SYF
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 47,699 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 46,529 miles

both steering rack bushes slightly worn

Pass 3 Aug 2023 45,353 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 44,351 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 42,479 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 41,181 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 39,741 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 37,751 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 37,751 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 35,115 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 35,115 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 32,689 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 29,674 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 27,053 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 23,744 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 20,913 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 17,876 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 14,997 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 12,080 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 9,715 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 9,715 miles

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2006 8,076 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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DE51 SYF is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 DE51 SYF, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE51 SYF registered?

DE51 SYF is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is DE51 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 SYF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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