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OBZ 5588

2005 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,698 mi
Last recorded45,698 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBZ 5588
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 45,698 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 44,736 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 43,584 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 42,994 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 42,515 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 42,241 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 41,485 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 40,238 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 39,074 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 37,849 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 36,611 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 34,804 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 34,798 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 32,224 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 28,659 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 25,002 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 19,583 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 15,926 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 12,103 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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OBZ 5588 is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 OBZ 5588, 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 OBZ 5588 registered?

OBZ 5588 is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is OBZ 5588 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBZ 5588 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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