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FD03 MGE

2003 Lexus SC430

Gold Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,637 mi
Last recorded49,637 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 MGE
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 28 May 2019 49,637 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 47,630 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 46,921 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 46,706 miles

both front lower ball joint boots starting to leak grease

rear exhaust flanges thin/corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2015 45,122 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 41,839 miles

o/s/f tyre low inner edge/cut to outer sidewall.

Pass 2 May 2013 39,569 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 37,175 miles

front number plate delaminating.

n/s/r tyre getting low

Pass 26 May 2011 34,179 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 30,106 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 26,380 miles

front number plate starting to delaminate.

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges/tread perished and has cuts to outer sidewall.

n/s/r tyre has cut to outer sidewall.

o/s/f tyre low inner edge and has cuts from outer sidewall.

rear exhaust flanges corroded.

Pass 27 May 2008 23,332 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 20,305 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 16,522 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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FD03 MGE is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Gold with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 67,659 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 FD03 MGE, 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 23 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FD03 MGE is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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