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FP09 SKJ

2009 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

27,002 mi
Last recorded27,002 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus SC43036,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 SKJ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 27,002 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 27,002 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 26,928 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 21,617 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 16,594 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 16,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 9,920 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 3,471 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 1,817 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 1,306 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 1,219 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 1,213 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 1,157 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 1,114 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 1,087 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 994 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 978 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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FP09 SKJ is a 2009 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FP09 SKJ, 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 FP09 SKJ registered?

FP09 SKJ is a 2009 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is FP09 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 SKJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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