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R25 HAM

2002 Lexus SC430

Purple Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

64,203 mi
Last recorded64,203 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR25 HAM
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 64,203 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 62,247 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

corrosion on steering and suspension components

tyre pressure light on

Fail 12 Oct 2023 62,247 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

corrosion on steering and suspension components

tyre pressure light on

Pass 28 Oct 2022 60,527 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

exhaust , brakes , steering and suspension components corroded

tyre pressure light on

Pass 7 Jul 2021 59,751 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion on brakes , steering ,and suspension components

tyre pressure light on

Pass 24 Jul 2020 59,120 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 57,438 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 54,133 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 54,133 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 51,938 miles

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

both front tyres worn on the inner edges

Pass 10 Jun 2016 48,368 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 45,052 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 41,599 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 40,759 miles

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

nearside front tyre slightly perished

Pass 21 Jul 2011 37,492 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge of tread

Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,848 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 16 Jun 2009 30,190 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)

engine management light on

Pass 26 Jun 2008 27,601 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 22,158 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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R25 HAM is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Purple with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R25 HAM, 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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R25 HAM is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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