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P555 KLW

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

66,887 mi
Last recorded66,887 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP555 KLW
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 66,887 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 63,927 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2024 63,926 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure full radius off tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2023 61,973 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 60,722 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 59,914 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 59,914 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 58,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cut outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 57,380 miles

Tyre pressure warning light on dash

Pass 2 Nov 2018 55,592 miles

tpms shows tyre pressure low

Fail 31 Oct 2018 55,580 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40/18/93Y RSC Good Year (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 245/40/18/93Y RSC Good Year (5.2.3 (e))

tpms shows tyre pressure low

Pass 25 Oct 2017 53,943 miles

4 of 6 washer jets blocked.

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on edge. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 53,943 miles

4 of 6 washer jets blocked.

Electrical wiring insecure Positive and negative battery terminals loose. Refitted. (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 51,942 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 15 Nov 2016 51,942 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 50,514 miles

Engine cover fitted

Undertray fitted

Fail 5 Nov 2015 50,507 miles

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

Engine cover fitted

Undertray fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2014 49,062 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 49,062 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 46,542 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 42,568 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Pass 21 Oct 2011 40,233 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 40,233 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 38,109 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 33,852 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 32,218 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 25,834 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Dec 2006 25,831 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 23,558 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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P555 KLW is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 P555 KLW, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P555 KLW is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 November 2001.

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