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FP06 GXL

2006 Lexus SC430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

268,180 mi
Last recorded268,180 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Lexus SC43052,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 GXL
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 268,180 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 263,629 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 262,127 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 262,066 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 216,366 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 260,851 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 260,755 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 260,201 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 260,177 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 246,842 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Apr 2015 246,842 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Apr 2014 226,057 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres bald on inner edges. no cords exposed

Pass 26 Apr 2013 202,050 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 177,453 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 148,694 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 124,123 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 96,488 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 96,488 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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FP06 GXL is a 2006 Lexus SC430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2006 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 52,130 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 FP06 GXL, 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 20 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FP06 GXL registered?

FP06 GXL is a 2006 Lexus SC430, first registered on 5 May 2006.

Is FP06 GXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP06 GXL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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