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HJ03 LEX

2003 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,381 mi
Last recorded39,381 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 LEX
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2014 39,381 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 38,919 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Oct 2012 36,773 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 30,621 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 25,118 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 18,352 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 16,215 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 12,650 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 11,128 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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HJ03 LEX is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HJ03 LEX, 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 HJ03 LEX registered?

HJ03 LEX is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is HJ03 LEX safe to buy?

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