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L3 XFO

2002 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,843 mi
Last recorded108,843 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 XFO
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 108,843 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 104,113 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 98,836 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 94,356 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 91,594 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 89,165 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 87,782 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 84,684 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 80,377 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 76,613 miles

Both sides front tyres wearing inner edges

Both sides rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 29 Jun 2016 71,648 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 65,342 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 64,679 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 63,290 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 62,827 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 61,841 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 59,672 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 56,306 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 50,455 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 41,021 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 32,179 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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L3 XFO is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L3 XFO, 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 L3 XFO registered?

L3 XFO is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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