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PY09 HJO

2009 Lexus SC430

Grey Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,056 mi
Last recorded81,056 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus SC43036,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY09 HJO
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 81,056 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 79,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 74,196 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 70,308 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 70,308 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2021 66,020 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 63,146 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 59,844 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 57,024 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 57,024 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 53,883 miles

Nearside Rear 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 14 Jun 2016 48,259 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 42,545 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 36,223 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 28,204 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 15,895 miles

Nearside 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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PY09 HJO is a 2009 Lexus SC430 in Grey with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 36,349 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 PY09 HJO, 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 17 years old, this Lexus SC430 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PY09 HJO registered?

PY09 HJO is a 2009 Lexus SC430, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is PY09 HJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY09 HJO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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