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KE04 ART

2004 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

90,708 mi
Last recorded90,708 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE04 ART
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 90,708 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2025 90,708 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 87,129 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 83,304 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 74,448 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 68,732 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 62,982 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 57,052 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 57,052 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 49,629 miles

Front tyres starting to crack in treads and wearing on edges

Rear tyres starting to crack in treads

Tyre warning light on

Pass 15 Jan 2018 48,277 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 45,123 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 42,266 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 38,427 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 32,798 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 27,275 miles

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 15 Jan 2013 27,275 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Nov 2011 21,473 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 18,235 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 14,649 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 10,477 miles

both front tyres have low tread pattern on inner edge

Pass 31 Oct 2007 6,992 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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KE04 ART is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 63,512 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 KE04 ART, 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 22 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KE04 ART registered?

KE04 ART is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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The MOT history for KE04 ART shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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