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P1 PKL

2004 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

93,907 mi
Last recorded93,907 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 PKL
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 93,907 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 93,532 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 88,758 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 81,639 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 81,368 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 81,013 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 80,696 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 78,192 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 18 May 2016 71,840 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 71,837 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 71,779 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 70,183 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 70,183 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 67,515 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jul 2011 66,543 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 65,565 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 64,742 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 57,992 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 52,664 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 52,664 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)

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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P1 PKL is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 63,512 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 P1 PKL, 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 22 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P1 PKL registered?

P1 PKL is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 January 2004.

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