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L3 XUA

2003 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,081 mi
Last recorded97,081 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 XUA
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 97,081 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 93,189 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 91,403 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 91,043 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 89,007 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 85,558 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 83,425 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 80,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

TYRE SIZE = 245/40R18 97Y EXTRA LOAD.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2013 80,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

TYRE SIZE = 245/40R18 97Y EXTRA LOAD.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 76,370 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 71,202 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 67,578 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 64,007 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 60,751 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 56,358 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 50,403 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 XUA is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 L3 XUA, 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 L3 XUA registered?

L3 XUA is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is L3 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L3 XUA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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