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MD51 JVU

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

91,570 mi
Last recorded91,570 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD51 JVU
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2024 91,570 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 85,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 79,832 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 79,554 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 77,091 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 75,612 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 75,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 17 May 2017 73,936 miles

E.M.L

Pass 11 May 2016 71,320 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 71,315 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both low (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Lower exhaust down pipe damaged and slight blow

Offside Rear tyre low

Pass 20 May 2015 69,174 miles

E.M.L.LIGHT ON DASH

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

co emmisions just met requirements on fast idle to pass limits

Fail 20 May 2015 69,159 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

E.M.L.LIGHT ON DASH

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front 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 7 May 2014 66,764 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 64,433 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 64,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

all tyres showing signs of cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 24 May 2012 62,174 miles

exhaust badly corroded around centre to back box joints

Fail 24 May 2012 62,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust badly corroded around centre to back box joints

Pass 27 May 2011 59,311 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 54,317 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 52,006 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 48,668 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 48,668 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 46,475 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 39,979 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 37,550 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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MD51 JVU is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 MD51 JVU, 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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MD51 JVU is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 February 2002.

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