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FJ52 KYK

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,315 mi
Last recorded115,315 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 KYK
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 115,315 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2026 115,315 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 114,813 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all four corners (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 May 2025 109,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2025 108,625 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

corrosion forming on underside of vehicle

Pass 26 Apr 2024 100,428 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 98,079 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 94,720 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 92,398 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 90,994 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 90,291 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 88,247 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 88,243 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 86,850 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 85,180 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 83,425 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 81,997 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 79,676 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 79,676 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 77,354 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 72,924 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 65,623 miles

slight play/movement at steering column

Pass 31 Aug 2007 57,083 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 57,080 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 55,436 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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FJ52 KYK is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FJ52 KYK, 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.

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FJ52 KYK is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 2 September 2002.

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