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FG03 OPB

2003 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

67,809 mi
Last recorded67,809 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 OPB
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 67,809 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 67,002 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 64,949 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 64,344 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 64,000 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 64,000 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 63,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 60,910 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 58,900 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 56,108 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 53,868 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 49,632 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 46,862 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 43,529 miles

WARNING LIGHT ON DASH

Pass 27 Apr 2011 39,669 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 34,521 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 26,649 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 22,770 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,711 miles

o/s front tyre wearing on inside of tread

Pass 14 Mar 2006 6,304 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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FG03 OPB is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FG03 OPB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG03 OPB registered?

FG03 OPB is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 9 April 2003.

Is FG03 OPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 OPB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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