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NU55 VFX

2005 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,333 mi
Last recorded65,333 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU55 VFX
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2026 65,333 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 63,827 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 62,472 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 56,394 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 46,827 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 43,621 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2020 42,600 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 40,059 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 37,754 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 34,924 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 33,795 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 33,445 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2014 29,893 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 23,526 miles

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

nearside rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 12 Apr 2012 17,910 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 13,128 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 25 Mar 2010 11,333 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 25 Oct 2008 7,861 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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NU55 VFX is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 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 NU55 VFX, 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 21 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU55 VFX registered?

NU55 VFX is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is NU55 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU55 VFX shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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