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2004 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

162,450 mi
Last recorded162,450 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP700 PSB
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 162,450 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 155,592 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 141,429 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 141,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 126,784 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 114,991 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 100,228 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 96,924 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 96,919 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 88,250 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 77,790 miles

inner edges of both sides rear tyres very worn

Fail 24 Mar 2015 77,790 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

inner edge of both sides front tyres very worn

Pass 28 Mar 2014 69,337 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 69,281 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 60,011 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 54,048 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2011 44,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 44,644 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 36,320 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 24,697 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Mar 2009 24,697 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 24,073 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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P700 PSB is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 P700 PSB, 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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P700 PSB is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 September 2004.

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