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DRZ 228

2006 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

33,525 mi
Last recorded33,525 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus SC43052,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 228
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 33,525 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 32,319 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 30,529 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 28,586 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 28,022 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 26,651 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 25,576 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 24,111 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 23,047 miles

Central Front Lower Under guards fitted obscuring some components

Central Front Upper Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Offside Front Lower Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Power steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 22,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 21,219 miles

engine and under covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 2 Apr 2015 19,648 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2014 17,352 miles

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 1 May 2014 17,352 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 15,693 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 14,402 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,295 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,351 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 10,229 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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DRZ 228 is a 2006 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2006 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 52,130 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 DRZ 228, 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 20 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRZ 228 registered?

DRZ 228 is a 2006 Lexus SC430, first registered on 3 May 2006.

Is DRZ 228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 228 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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