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M1 RBG

2002 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

41,011 mi
Last recorded41,011 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 RBG
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 41,011 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 40,686 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 40,509 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 40,265 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 39,746 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 39,014 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 38,557 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 38,034 miles

Exhaust corroding

Offside Front Suspension arms slight corrosion

Tpms light on

Underbody has slight corrosion

Pass 20 Jun 2018 37,548 miles

Exhaust system corroding

Suspension arms corroding

Pass 28 Jun 2017 35,783 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 35,783 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2016 34,361 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 32,775 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 31,160 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 28,838 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 27,405 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 25,213 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 23,336 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 20,717 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 18,258 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 16,040 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,784 miles

Near side front tyre nearly smooth on inside edge

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

Off side front tyre nearly smooth on inside edge

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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M1 RBG is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 M1 RBG, 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 M1 RBG registered?

M1 RBG is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 11 June 2002.

Is M1 RBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M1 RBG shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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