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M3 TFM

2004 Lexus SC430

Maroon Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,103 mi
Last recorded58,103 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 TFM
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 58,103 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lots of corrosion on underside of car (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 56,765 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 21 Jan 2025 56,760 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both sides inner sills

Pass 23 Jan 2024 55,821 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 9 Jan 2023 54,623 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 53,643 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 53,643 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2021 52,924 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 52,924 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2020 52,151 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 52,151 miles

Central Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Engine management light on. (8.2.1.2 (h))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 49,888 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 49,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2018 47,889 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 47,889 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

tpms light illuminated

Pass 16 Jan 2017 45,431 miles

tyre preesure monitor light on

Pass 19 Jan 2016 43,728 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 41,136 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 37,627 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 34,612 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 30,322 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 26,245 miles

monitor offside front tyre wear... at very edge of tread

Fail 13 Jan 2011 26,245 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

monitor offside front tyre wear... at very edge of tread

Pass 15 Jan 2010 22,762 miles

rear tyres worn close to legal limit

Pass 15 Jan 2009 19,571 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 16,672 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 13,458 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007

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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M3 TFM is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Maroon with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 63,512 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M3 TFM, 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 22 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M3 TFM is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 9 March 2004.

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