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GF51 ODY

2001 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,739 mi
Last recorded78,739 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 ODY
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 78,739 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 78,738 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 75,198 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 73,563 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 71,780 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 69,833 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 68,737 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 67,409 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 65,259 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 63,207 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 60,984 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 58,338 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 54,085 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 48,809 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 45,598 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 42,042 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 36,990 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 36,990 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 34,121 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 34,121 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 30,660 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 27,044 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 22,969 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 18,419 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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GF51 ODY is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GF51 ODY, 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 GF51 ODY registered?

GF51 ODY is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 18 October 2001.

Is GF51 ODY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 ODY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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