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HJ03 UYC

2003 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,105 mi
Last recorded60,105 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ03 UYC
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 60,105 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 58,561 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 57,204 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 55,537 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 55,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 53,352 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 51,480 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 49,233 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 49,233 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 47,573 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 45,535 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 43,709 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 40,582 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 37,828 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 34,736 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 31,720 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 29,064 miles

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)

Pass 7 May 2010 26,436 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 25,095 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 23,601 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 19,343 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 6 Apr 2006 16,129 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 UYC is a 2003 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 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 UYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HJ03 UYC?

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What year was HJ03 UYC registered?

HJ03 UYC is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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The MOT history for HJ03 UYC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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