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RN51 LWP

2002 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,693 mi
Last recorded36,693 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN51 LWP
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2025 36,693 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 36,185 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 36,094 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 36,016 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 35,734 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 35,389 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 35,138 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 34,638 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,150 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 31,566 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 31,493 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 26,990 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 21,673 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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RN51 LWP is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RN51 LWP, 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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What year was RN51 LWP registered?

RN51 LWP is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 10 January 2002.

Is RN51 LWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN51 LWP shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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