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DG52 XUF

2002 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

133,144 mi
Last recorded133,144 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 XUF
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 133,144 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 132,566 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

car has been heavily under sealed

pads all round couldn't be inspected

Fail 4 Aug 2022 132,531 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting osr quater (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear surface corrosion subframe and all arms

pads all round couldn't be inspected

Pass 8 Sep 2021 131,190 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 129,606 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 127,476 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 125,047 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 121,636 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 117,067 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blow from exhaust system cat back (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 111,388 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 107,911 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 103,504 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 95,466 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 87,386 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 79,665 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 71,523 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 61,694 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 51,562 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 6 Sep 2006 43,369 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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DG52 XUF is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 DG52 XUF, 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 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG52 XUF registered?

DG52 XUF is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 21 September 2002.

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