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GL05 WEE

2009 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

63,377 mi
Last recorded63,377 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Lexus SC43036,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 WEE
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 63,377 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 62,277 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r & o/s/r tyres worn 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 60,067 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 56,666 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 53,679 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 50,958 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 46,745 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 43,527 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 43,527 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 40,598 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil will soon require attention (2.7.3)

Offside parking brake lower on effort

Pass 4 Jul 2016 36,315 miles

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

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

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside recorded a lower effort. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 30,684 miles

inner edge wear on both front tyres

Pass 9 Jul 2014 24,336 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 18,921 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 13,383 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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GL05 WEE is a 2009 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 GL05 WEE, 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 GL05 WEE registered?

GL05 WEE is a 2009 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GL05 WEE safe to buy?

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