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OO03 CSF

2003 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,107 mi
Last recorded62,107 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO03 CSF
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 62,107 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front discs corroded

Rear discs corroded

exhaust system corroded

tpms light on

vehicle corroded

Fail 30 Apr 2026 62,108 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front discs corroded

Rear discs corroded

exhaust system corroded

tpms light on

vehicle corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2020 62,009 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 61,532 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 60,161 miles

centre exhaust mount fractured but system still secure

centre to rear exhaust flanges corroded

corrosion on underside of body but not considered excessive

Pass 26 Aug 2017 56,725 miles

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

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

tcs light illuminated

uneven wear both front tyres

Pass 9 Sep 2016 52,938 miles

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

age related cracks on both rear tyres

uneven wear both front tyres

Pass 9 Sep 2015 49,479 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 9 Sep 2015 49,479 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2014 46,070 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 45,757 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 45,733 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 44,787 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 43,328 miles

offside front wheel tight to spin,..not binding

rear struts weak

Fail 5 Jul 2011 43,328 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

offside front wheel tight to spin,..not binding

rear struts weak

Pass 30 Jun 2010 41,805 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 41,803 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f tyre has cracking on inner sidewall

Pass 10 Jun 2009 39,856 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 38,059 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 31,569 miles

The N/S/F tyre is starting to wear on the inside edge.

The N/S/R seat belt cant be tested due to child seat.

Fail 18 Oct 2006 31,560 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

The N/S/F tyre is starting to wear on the inside edge.

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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OO03 CSF is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OO03 CSF, 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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OO03 CSF is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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