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MK52 PXZ

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,267 mi
Last recorded52,267 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK52 PXZ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 52,267 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 51,271 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 49,358 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 47,018 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 46,842 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive d/shaft seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 46,436 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 45,359 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 44,658 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 43,551 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 41,748 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 38,150 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 36,711 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,250 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 34,205 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 33,507 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 33,106 miles

o/s/rear tyre has surface cracks between treads

Pass 28 Jan 2010 32,165 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 30,843 miles

nearside rear tyre has puncture repair plug pertruding past tread

Pass 22 Oct 2007 27,976 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 Oct 2006 24,159 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 19,204 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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MK52 PXZ is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MK52 PXZ, 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 MK52 PXZ registered?

MK52 PXZ is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is MK52 PXZ safe to buy?

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