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LX05 VZF

2005 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

58,284 mi
Last recorded58,284 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 VZF
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 58,284 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 57,715 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 56,881 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 53,719 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 52,260 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 50,218 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 49,411 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 47,547 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 46,206 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 42,919 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 41,276 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 39,148 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 37,035 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 34,171 miles

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Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 31,502 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 28,377 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 26,235 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 22,686 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 22,686 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,819 miles

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

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

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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LX05 VZF is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 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 LX05 VZF, 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 21 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 LX05 VZF registered?

LX05 VZF is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LX05 VZF safe to buy?

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