CarVerify

Free Car Check

LJ51 CDF

2001 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,273 mi
Last recorded98,273 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 CDF
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 98,273 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 95,470 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 92,500 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2016 92,499 miles

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

Front Front brake discs very worn.

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 87,027 miles

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

Front brake discs are very worn.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Dec 2013 81,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Mar 2012 75,638 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 63,131 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 60,613 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 53,283 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 45,496 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 35,937 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
Full Lexus SC430 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LJ51 CDF is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LJ51 CDF, 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 LJ51 CDF?

You can check the full history of LJ51 CDF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LJ51 CDF registered?

LJ51 CDF is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is LJ51 CDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 CDF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ51 CDF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LJ51 CDF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.