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DG55 FRF

2005 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

84,860 mi
Last recorded84,860 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 FRF
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 84,860 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 83,866 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 81,579 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 77,530 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2022 77,530 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 73,937 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 70,165 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 65,219 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 62,655 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 57,391 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 50,154 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2014 49,953 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 44,801 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,045 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2011 27,391 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 27,391 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 22,296 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,910 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,892 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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DG55 FRF is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 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 DG55 FRF, 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 21 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG55 FRF registered?

DG55 FRF is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DG55 FRF safe to buy?

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