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KS51 ZGP

2002 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

112,498 mi
Last recorded112,498 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 ZGP
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 112,498 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

all suspension components corroded

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

fuel filler pipes corroded

light misting of oil around steering rack

o/s door check strap worn

parking brake doesnt lock out

various underbody corrosion

Pass 16 Jul 2024 111,560 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

light misting of oil around steering rack

slight oil leak

various suspension components corroded

various underbody corrosion

Pass 26 Oct 2022 110,321 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 110,019 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))

slight corrosion on underbody & suspension components

Fail 27 Oct 2021 110,019 miles

Headlamp aim too low nearside & offside (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside & offside (1.1.11 (c))

slight corrosion on underbody & suspension components

Pass 8 Oct 2020 109,594 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 109,328 miles

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

VSC light on

all suspension components corroded

engine covers and undertrays fitted

various underbody corrosion

Fail 22 Oct 2019 109,328 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

VSC light on

all suspension components corroded

engine covers and undertrays fitted

various underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Oct 2018 108,477 miles

EML light on

engine covers and undertrays fitted

handbrake doesn't lock out

slight exhaust leak

various underbody corrosion

Pass 16 Oct 2017 107,387 miles

Centre exhaust has a slight leak

Engine covers fitted

Exhaust corroded

Handbrake doesn't lock out

Undertrays fitted

n/s door mirror glass poor

Pass 14 Oct 2016 105,765 miles

Drivers door check strap worn

Engine warning light on

Exhaust badly corroded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight blow from exhaust

Pass 23 Oct 2015 105,388 miles

Both rear exhaust joints badly corroded

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 102,061 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 96,841 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 94,751 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 94,751 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 91,807 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 91,807 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 87,020 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 82,593 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 77,410 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 77,410 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 72,569 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 72,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 67,546 miles

rear offside tyre has a screw in it close to sidewall

Pass 23 Jan 2006 51,148 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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KS51 ZGP is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS51 ZGP, 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.

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What year was KS51 ZGP registered?

KS51 ZGP is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is KS51 ZGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 ZGP shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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