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EY02 MZV

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,651 mi
Last recorded98,651 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY02 MZV
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 98,651 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 98,651 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all 4 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 97,060 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 95,737 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 94,806 miles

Underneath under-sealed

Fail 30 May 2020 94,804 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Underneath under-sealed

Pass 29 Jun 2019 93,506 miles

heavley under sealed car been standing

Fail 29 Jun 2019 93,506 miles

heavley under sealed car been standing

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 92,911 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 92,431 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 91,903 miles

car been standing

Fail 31 May 2015 91,501 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2015 91,501 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2013 88,534 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 83,769 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2011 79,501 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 74,217 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 73,605 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 69,643 miles

wiper blade n/s/f is split on ends

Pass 14 Mar 2008 64,680 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 58,089 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 51,294 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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EY02 MZV is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EY02 MZV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EY02 MZV registered?

EY02 MZV is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 27 March 2002.

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