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HF51 XTA

2001 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

86,481 mi
Last recorded86,481 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 XTA
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 86,481 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 84,067 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 82,048 miles

corrosion to exhaust joints

Pass 16 Jan 2023 78,981 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 78,981 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 76,807 miles

Not all windscreen washer jets working.

Pass 19 Jan 2021 74,258 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 74,179 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 72,013 miles

TPMS warning light on.

Pass 27 Dec 2018 69,147 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 69,001 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 68,994 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 67,632 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 67,630 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 66,319 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 65,385 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 64,101 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 59,024 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 55,982 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 51,836 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 45,724 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 40,021 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 8 Oct 2007 33,968 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 26,793 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 18,108 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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HF51 XTA is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 HF51 XTA, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HF51 XTA registered?

HF51 XTA is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is HF51 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 XTA shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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