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RO04 UTF

2004 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

66,198 mi
Last recorded66,198 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Lexus SC43063,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO04 UTF
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 66,198 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 66,170 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 63,600 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 62,695 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 62,081 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 61,102 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 60,732 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 60,346 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 59,313 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 58,674 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 58,268 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2011 57,485 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 56,591 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 54,519 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 50,564 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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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RO04 UTF is a 2004 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RO04 UTF, 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 RO04 UTF registered?

RO04 UTF is a 2004 Lexus SC430, first registered on 4 March 2004.

Is RO04 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO04 UTF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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