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RD51 YZP

2002 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,904 mi
Last recorded99,904 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD51 YZP
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 99,904 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 94,459 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 88,196 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 86,292 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 82,626 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 May 2019 82,626 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 81,851 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 80,590 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 80,127 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 76,638 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 73,007 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edge

knock from nearside rear (no fault found on test)

Pass 17 May 2013 69,663 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill trims fitted

Pass 24 May 2012 66,272 miles

brake fluid level on minimum

unable to check rear brake pads

Fail 23 May 2012 66,272 miles

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

brake fluid level on minimum

unable to check rear brake pads

Pass 16 May 2011 63,031 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 60,408 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 60,306 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 57,683 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 41,574 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 33,131 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 23,921 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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RD51 YZP is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RD51 YZP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RD51 YZP?

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What year was RD51 YZP registered?

RD51 YZP is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is RD51 YZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD51 YZP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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