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N999 BRC

2009 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,942 mi
Last recorded55,942 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus SC43036,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN999 BRC
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 55,942 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 53,918 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 51,724 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 49,946 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 49,946 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 49,130 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 46,682 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 44,413 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 42,670 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 41,746 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 35,481 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 35,453 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 32,168 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 32,085 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre tread depth getting low (2.5mm)

offside rear tyre tread depth getting low (2.5mm)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 27,397 miles

n/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Aug 2013 18,845 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2012 9,212 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn slightly on the inner edges

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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N999 BRC is a 2009 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 36,349 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 N999 BRC, 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 17 years old, this Lexus SC430 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N999 BRC registered?

N999 BRC is a 2009 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is N999 BRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N999 BRC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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