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DE53 HPY

2003 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,776 mi
Last recorded108,776 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 HPY
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 108,776 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 108,605 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 108,602 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 108,152 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 108,135 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 107,340 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 49,821 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 106,232 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 102,677 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 98,260 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 90,056 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 12 Aug 2011 80,663 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 73,591 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 64,031 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 49,362 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 49,362 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 38,084 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 29,551 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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DE53 HPY is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE53 HPY, 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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DE53 HPY is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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