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LRN 151

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4290cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

129,597 mi
Last recorded129,597 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRN 151
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,290cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 129,597 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 129,597 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 126,218 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 124,664 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 119,712 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 119,712 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

no emission test. engine overheating.

Pass 17 Nov 2010 112,746 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 104,786 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 98,090 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 52,470 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 82,204 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 66,478 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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LRN 151 is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,290cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LRN 151, 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 LRN 151?

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What year was LRN 151 registered?

LRN 151 is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is LRN 151 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRN 151 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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