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GV54 PYJ

2004 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

83,308 mi
Last recorded83,308 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV54 PYJ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 83,308 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front & Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 81,362 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 81,362 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 81,021 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2022 80,913 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 79,415 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 79,415 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 72,462 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 69,382 miles

Central Rear Play in propshaft centre bearing Slight Deteriorated & Cracking ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyrewall has damage but not exposing cord

Offside Rear Exhaust Mount Bracket Deteriating

Pass 19 Sep 2016 61,509 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2016 61,505 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2016 59,971 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 55,032 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 50,694 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 38,292 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 30,742 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 23,342 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 18,036 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

front tyres sidewalls damaged

n/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 16 Apr 2008 11,206 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 1,156 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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GV54 PYJ is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 63,512 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 GV54 PYJ, 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 22 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GV54 PYJ is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 November 2004.

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