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FL09 HVV

2009 Lexus SC430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

166,684 mi
Last recorded166,684 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2009 Lexus SC43036,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 HVV
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 166,684 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 144,518 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 128,232 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 119,053 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 113,239 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 104,966 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 104,966 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 98,535 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 86,899 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 78,984 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 68,629 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 55,802 miles

front tyres wearing at inner edge

Fail 31 Mar 2014 55,802 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front tyres wearing at inner edge

Pass 29 Mar 2013 45,982 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 36,516 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 36,516 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FL09 HVV is a 2009 Lexus SC430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 36,349 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 FL09 HVV, 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 17 years old, this Lexus SC430 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FL09 HVV registered?

FL09 HVV is a 2009 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is FL09 HVV safe to buy?

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