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GU02 UBZ

2002 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

95,086 mi
Last recorded95,086 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 UBZ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 95,086 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2024 95,086 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 23 May 2024 95,046 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 93,256 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 90,890 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 87,170 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 86,191 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 85,387 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre inner edge worn

Rear tyres inner edges worn

light scratch on w.screen

Fail 9 Oct 2018 85,387 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim too low x2 (4.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre inner edge worn

Rear tyres inner edges worn

light scratch on w.screen

Pass 16 Nov 2017 82,760 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 80,205 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted preventing full inspection

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 29 Sep 2016 80,190 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine covers fitted preventing full inspection

sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 9 Dec 2014 79,894 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

o/s/r tyre worn out of shape

Fail 2 Dec 2014 79,893 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

n/s/r tyre tread getting low

o/s/r tyre worn out of shape

Fail 9 Oct 2013 73,770 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 73,770 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 68,049 miles

engine light on

Pass 11 Apr 2011 61,015 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 54,873 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 45,404 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 45,404 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 34,006 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 22,171 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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GU02 UBZ is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 GU02 UBZ, 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 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GU02 UBZ is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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