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MJF 797

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,976 mi
Last recorded88,976 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJF 797
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 88,976 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 86,675 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 85,169 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 85,169 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 83,671 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 82,145 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 82,145 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 79,630 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 79,630 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 78,996 miles

eml on

Pass 7 Mar 2019 75,541 miles

eml on

Pass 13 Mar 2018 71,848 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 71,848 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 68,184 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 63,672 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 58,683 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 58,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 52,911 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 49,009 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 46,257 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 39,806 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 35,670 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 31,855 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 27,845 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 22,418 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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MJF 797 is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 MJF 797, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MJF 797 registered?

MJF 797 is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is MJF 797 safe to buy?

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