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L50 CPM

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

102,626 mi
Last recorded102,626 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL50 CPM
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 102,626 miles

Diagnostic lights reset prior to mot test

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all suspension components underneath corroded but servicable

Pass 9 Feb 2024 102,523 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 102,526 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 102,503 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 102,503 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 102,450 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel filler cap seal perished

Fail 2 Aug 2021 102,450 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end modification unsafe split pin missing (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel filler cap seal perished

Pass 6 Aug 2020 102,158 miles

All four tyres perished and cracking between tread blocks on outer shoulders

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

O/S and N/S front washer jets weak spray pattern

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 102,158 miles

All four tyres perished and cracking between tread blocks on outer shoulders

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

O/S and N/S front washer jets weak spray pattern

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged perished and splitting around base (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 101,207 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 99,783 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 99,783 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 98,402 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 98,339 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front wipers split

Rear brake discs corroded

exhaust system corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2016 96,951 miles

Engine cover fitted

Front and rear brake discs worn lipped

Rear exhaust joints corroded

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2015 95,492 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 95,492 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 94,055 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 92,443 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 92,443 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 91,393 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 90,603 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 88,589 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 88,589 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 86,657 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 4 Aug 2009 86,345 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 86,345 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 128,814 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 105,904 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)

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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L50 CPM is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 L50 CPM, 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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L50 CPM is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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