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OW51 LTA

2002 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,077 mi
Last recorded60,077 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW51 LTA
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2024 60,077 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 59,962 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 59,052 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 57,418 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 55,804 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 53,359 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 48,939 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 45,084 miles

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

both front tyres uneven wear wearing on inside edges

Pass 6 Sep 2016 40,026 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 38,628 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 38,431 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 37,390 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 37,005 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)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 36,695 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 34,678 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 33,637 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 32,737 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 30,225 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 26,514 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 22,201 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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OW51 LTA is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 OW51 LTA, 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 24 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OW51 LTA registered?

OW51 LTA is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 15 February 2002.

Is OW51 LTA safe to buy?

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