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LF53 YVT

2003 Lexus SC430

Purple Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,938 mi
Last recorded106,938 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 YVT
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 106,938 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 104,624 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 100,022 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

Fail 8 Sep 2014 99,818 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine managment light on

nearside front tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 14 Oct 2013 93,393 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

ONLY ADVISE SLIGHT LOSS OF GREASE BOTH FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 93,393 miles

ONLY ADVISE SLIGHT LOSS OF GREASE BOTH FRONT LOWER BALL JOINTS.

Pass 15 Oct 2012 84,838 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 73,954 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 61,810 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 51,067 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 47,625 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 43,560 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 43,560 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 28,539 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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LF53 YVT is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Purple with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 LF53 YVT, 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 LF53 YVT registered?

LF53 YVT is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is LF53 YVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 YVT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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