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JIG 8945

2003 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

144,307 mi
Last recorded144,307 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIG 8945
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 144,307 miles

very slight misting of oil front shock absorbers seaping

windscreen cracked

Pass 21 Jun 2019 144,184 miles

Front struts seaping fluid

Fail 20 Jun 2019 144,184 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front struts seaping fluid

Pass 21 Mar 2018 138,428 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cataylic (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 135,042 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 132,541 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 22 Jul 2014 131,018 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 128,502 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2012 125,167 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 118,772 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 105,890 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 97,352 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 82,194 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 58,930 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 44,576 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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JIG 8945 is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 JIG 8945, 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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JIG 8945 is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 21 May 2003.

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