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ML02 XXR

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,371 mi
Last recorded85,371 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 XXR
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 85,371 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 84,741 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 83,693 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 82,335 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 80,271 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 79,037 miles

Engine MIL indicates a fault

Pass 22 Oct 2019 77,632 miles

EML illuminated

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear slight oil leak from diff.

Pass 31 Oct 2018 74,042 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 74,042 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 71,187 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Engine management warning active

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre perished (4.1.E.1)

Nearside obligatory mirror in very poor condition

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

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

Offside washer jet poor

Pass 27 Oct 2016 69,024 miles

Both front tyres perished in tread

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 66,299 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2014 63,738 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 60,335 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 56,034 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 50,399 miles

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)

Fail 26 Oct 2011 50,399 miles

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

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)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 42,854 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both nearside front and offside rear tyres have splits on outer walls, but not showing cords

Pass 28 Oct 2009 38,376 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 35,062 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 35,062 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 31,509 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 30,087 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 May 2006 27,331 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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ML02 XXR is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ML02 XXR, 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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ML02 XXR is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 26 April 2002.

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