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KH02 YOW

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

113,237 mi
Last recorded113,237 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKH02 YOW
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 113,237 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 112,812 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 111,812 miles

all exhaust flanges deteriorating

Pass 22 Oct 2021 111,546 miles

complete exhaust system deteriorating and recommend replacement

sill covers fitted making inspection difficult

Pass 17 Sep 2020 111,081 miles

Engine Covers & Under Trays Fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2019 109,366 miles

sill covers fitted making inspection difficult

Pass 30 Jul 2018 106,581 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 102,647 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 97,296 miles

Engine Covers & Under Trays Fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2015 92,096 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 90,208 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)

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 1 Jul 2013 82,934 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres have very low tread pattern on inside edge

offside front tyre reading 3mm

Pass 1 Jul 2013 82,934 miles

both front tyres have very low tread pattern on inside edge

offside front tyre reading 3mm

Pass 27 Jul 2012 75,639 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 68,553 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 61,980 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 56,165 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 48,085 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 Jun 2007 40,806 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 13 Jul 2006 34,932 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 27,836 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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KH02 YOW is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 KH02 YOW, 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 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KH02 YOW registered?

KH02 YOW is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 19 July 2002.

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The MOT history for KH02 YOW shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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