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LD57 GSD

2008 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,153 mi
Last recorded103,153 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus SC43046,182 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD57 GSD
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 103,153 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 101,521 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 95,636 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 95,635 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 91,647 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 89,541 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 86,732 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 79,660 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,228 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 65,624 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn almost to cords. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 59,703 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 52,818 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 45,219 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 38,496 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 32,385 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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LD57 GSD is a 2008 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 46,182 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 LD57 GSD, 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 18 years old, this Lexus SC430 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LD57 GSD registered?

LD57 GSD is a 2008 Lexus SC430, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is LD57 GSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD57 GSD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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