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NX53 OTK

2003 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

83,041 mi
Last recorded83,041 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 OTK
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 83,041 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 76,527 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 69,529 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 69,529 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2023 63,732 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 58,172 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 55,883 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front treads inner shoulder worn off (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2018 54,826 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 53,720 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 51,196 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 49,080 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 46,262 miles

boot lid dampers not locking

o/s/f tyre inner sidewall superficial split

tyre pressure warning light on+off

Pass 24 Oct 2012 43,053 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 38,500 miles

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

both front treads inner shoulders worn off

tracking+camber check req

Pass 8 Dec 2009 37,646 miles

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

both front treads inner shoulder worn off

Pass 7 Nov 2008 35,307 miles

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

both front treads inner shoulder worn

Pass 5 Nov 2007 32,769 miles

both fr.treadsinner shoulder worn tracking check req.

Pass 19 Sep 2006 29,174 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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NX53 OTK is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2003 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 67,659 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 NX53 OTK, 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 23 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NX53 OTK registered?

NX53 OTK is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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