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H1 APH

2002 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,985 mi
Last recorded32,985 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH1 APH
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 32,985 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 32,716 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 32,399 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 32,168 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 31,984 miles

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

sump on auto gear box corroded and damp

Pass 1 Oct 2020 31,635 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 31,211 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 31,207 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2018 28,156 miles

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

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

front tyres worn on inner edge

rear exhaust backbox heatshield loose

Pass 11 Sep 2017 26,675 miles

eng man light on

Pass 15 Sep 2016 24,979 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 21,958 miles

Engine management warning light displayed.

Pass 16 Sep 2014 19,441 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 19,182 miles

front and rear brake pads cannot be fully checked with wheels on

Pass 31 Jul 2012 18,783 miles

front and rear brake pads unable to check fully for wear[visual,wheels on]

Pass 24 Jun 2011 18,512 miles

front brake pads wearing low [visual,wheels on]

Pass 22 Jun 2010 18,233 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 14,486 miles

both fron t tyres worn on inside edge , alignment required

Pass 8 May 2008 13,224 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 11,686 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 9,662 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 9,662 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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H1 APH is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 H1 APH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H1 APH registered?

H1 APH is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is H1 APH safe to buy?

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