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HJ55 HFU

2005 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,364 mi
Last recorded66,364 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 HFU
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 66,364 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine covers and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 18 Mar 2025 63,231 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine covers and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 4 Apr 2024 61,233 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine covers and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Fail 19 Mar 2024 61,214 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides also lipped and corroded on edge of inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle is fitted with manufactures engine covers and under tray/shields so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

Pass 21 Mar 2023 59,773 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 59,768 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 56,500 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 55,606 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 55,335 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 54,395 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 51,821 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 51,314 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 51,314 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 49,333 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Fail 23 Jan 2016 49,333 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Pass 23 Jan 2015 43,612 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)

engine management light staying on

nearside front tyre worn from edges

wiper blades smearing

Pass 21 Jan 2014 36,362 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 33,927 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 29,643 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 25,132 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 19,936 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 14,401 miles

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

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

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

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

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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HJ55 HFU is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 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 HJ55 HFU, 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 21 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ55 HFU registered?

HJ55 HFU is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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