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FM02 EJL

2002 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

53,472 mi
Last recorded53,472 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 EJL
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 53,472 miles

Offside Lower outer sill damaged

front and rear subframes and suspension components heavily corroded.

Pass 24 Mar 2025 51,374 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 51,089 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 51,065 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure light on

Pass 4 Jun 2023 50,495 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 50,373 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 May 2022 50,373 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Not hitting screen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 48,327 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 46,984 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 45,008 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 45,008 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 41,563 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet. On battery (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 41,459 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 41,459 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 May 2016 41,071 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 39,958 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 38,573 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,513 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 37,140 miles

slight play nearside and offside front inner rackends

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 14 Feb 2011 36,191 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 33,117 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2010 33,117 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 30,122 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2008 26,620 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 23,469 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 18,551 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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FM02 EJL is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 FM02 EJL, 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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FM02 EJL is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 30 June 2002.

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