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LAZ 789

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

62,034 mi
Last recorded62,034 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAZ 789
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 62,034 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 59,617 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 57,483 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 54,236 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 54,182 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 52,935 miles

Offside just on limmits

tpms light on dash

Fail 19 Nov 2020 52,934 miles

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

Offside just on limmits

tpms light on dash

Pass 28 Nov 2019 52,892 miles

Offside hand brake just in limmits

Pass 11 Jul 2018 52,822 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 52,578 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage to plate (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small stone chip (8.3.1d)

slight under body corrosion servface rust

Pass 22 Jun 2016 52,139 miles

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 51,696 miles

advisory tyre pressure warning light is on

Pass 25 Apr 2014 50,382 miles

advisory eml warning light is on

Pass 17 Apr 2013 49,298 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 48,633 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management warning lamp illuminated.

front registration plate shows damage.

parking brake pedal shows travl.

Pass 18 Feb 2011 46,096 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 46,096 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 43,264 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 41,374 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 40,314 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 37,535 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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LAZ 789 is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 LAZ 789, 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 LAZ 789 registered?

LAZ 789 is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is LAZ 789 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAZ 789 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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