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FE53 GXX

2003 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

171,519 mi
Last recorded171,519 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE53 GXX
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 171,519 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 40,169 miles

Rear Exhaust Corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2022 123,432 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 122,105 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 120,911 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 118,629 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 116,243 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 113,787 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 101,572 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 93,995 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 87,080 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2012 79,012 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 68,608 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 63,582 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 43,017 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 43,017 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre 3mm

Pass 7 Jun 2006 24,079 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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FE53 GXX is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FE53 GXX, 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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What year was FE53 GXX registered?

FE53 GXX is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is FE53 GXX safe to buy?

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