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RF54 ZWU

2004 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

60,647 mi
Last recorded60,647 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF54 ZWU
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 60,647 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 58,417 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 58,417 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working 501 bulb (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 54,957 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 49,916 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 46,850 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 46,849 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 44,562 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 41,930 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 40,509 miles

All tyres cracking

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Oct 2017 39,041 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner edge and cracking

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2016 37,277 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

engine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2015 33,660 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing 3 m/m tread

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 6 Oct 2014 31,876 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 29,292 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 26,407 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 26,407 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 22,872 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 19,673 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 16,739 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 12,750 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 9,588 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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RF54 ZWU is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 RF54 ZWU, 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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What year was RF54 ZWU registered?

RF54 ZWU is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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