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GU52 FFA

2002 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,583 mi
Last recorded98,583 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 FFA
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 May 2014 98,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play in top steering column bush seek dealer advice

Pass 30 May 2014 98,583 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play in top steering column bush seek dealer advice

Pass 1 May 2013 98,323 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2012 97,158 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 96,998 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 21 Jul 2009 84,562 miles

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

nearside front tyre cut on outer wall

Pass 30 Jul 2008 75,234 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 71,988 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 62,179 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 40,157 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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GU52 FFA is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 GU52 FFA, 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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What year was GU52 FFA registered?

GU52 FFA is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is GU52 FFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 FFA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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