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GV03 SXW

2003 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,476 mi
Last recorded49,476 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV03 SXW
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 49,476 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 48,771 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 48,113 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 47,677 miles

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

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

front and rear suspension components rusty

Pass 31 May 2019 47,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 47,145 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 47,141 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 47,138 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 47,072 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 47,072 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 46,305 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 46,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 45,831 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 45,741 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 45,715 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 43,657 miles

both front tyres wearing heavily on inner edges

Pass 7 Apr 2009 29,746 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 25,467 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 20,650 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 13,867 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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GV03 SXW is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 67,659 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 GV03 SXW, 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 23 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GV03 SXW registered?

GV03 SXW is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is GV03 SXW safe to buy?

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