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DU51 JVT

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

77,006 mi
Last recorded77,006 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 JVT
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 77,006 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 75,919 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 75,917 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 74,779 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 74,779 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Sep 2022 74,288 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 72,980 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 72,649 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 72,288 miles

E.M.L Warning on

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Sep 2018 70,896 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 70,894 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Sep 2017 68,535 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 65,385 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 63,270 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 61,122 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 59,637 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 57,802 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 56,697 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 55,176 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 52,112 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 50,462 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 47,323 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Sep 2006 44,459 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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DU51 JVT is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DU51 JVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU51 JVT registered?

DU51 JVT is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DU51 JVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU51 JVT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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