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FM51 ZVR

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,952 mi
Last recorded33,952 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 ZVR
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2025 33,952 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 33,945 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 33,885 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn to inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn to inner edge

Pass 12 Nov 2012 33,748 miles

o/s+n/s/front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 10 Jul 2009 31,353 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 25,836 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 21,816 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 16,382 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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FM51 ZVR is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 FM51 ZVR, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FM51 ZVR registered?

FM51 ZVR is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is FM51 ZVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 ZVR shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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