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LA51 CYO

2001 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,599 mi
Last recorded80,599 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 CYO
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2012 80,599 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 80,493 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 79,728 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 76,441 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jul 2008 72,211 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 72,209 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 721,223 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 72,122 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2006 62,700 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 55,437 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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LA51 CYO is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 LA51 CYO, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LA51 CYO?

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What year was LA51 CYO registered?

LA51 CYO is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is LA51 CYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 CYO shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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