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K155 MJG

2003 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

55,319 mi
Last recorded55,319 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 MJG
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 55,319 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 53,774 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 53,458 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 52,671 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 17 Aug 2021 52,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 51,773 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 51,057 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 49,573 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 48,953 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 48,134 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 44,346 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 38,808 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 7 Aug 2013 34,445 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2012 30,850 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 30,850 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 27,711 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 23,074 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 19,139 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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 6 Aug 2008 16,638 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 16,638 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 12,380 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 9,922 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2006 6,142 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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K155 MJG is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 K155 MJG, 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 K155 MJG registered?

K155 MJG is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 8 April 2003.

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The MOT history for K155 MJG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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