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M16 AGO

2002 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

34,434 mi
Last recorded34,434 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM16 AGO
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 34,434 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 May 2022 34,428 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 34,162 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 34,004 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 33,670 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2017 33,222 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 33,017 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 32,792 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 32,363 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 32,355 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 31,432 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 31,008 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 30,365 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 29,474 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 28,099 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 26,003 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 23,248 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 19,794 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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M16 AGO is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 M16 AGO, 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 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M16 AGO registered?

M16 AGO is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 16 May 2002.

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