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RV55 SFJ

2005 Lexus SC430

Maroon Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,991 mi
Last recorded61,991 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 SFJ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 61,991 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 58,815 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 55,678 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 52,502 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 52,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 50,388 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 50,090 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 50,089 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2019 48,649 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 46,363 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 45,069 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 45,069 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 42,777 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 40,618 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 38,020 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 34,179 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 31,236 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 28,675 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 19,635 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 14,759 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 11,123 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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RV55 SFJ is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Maroon with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 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 RV55 SFJ, 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 21 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RV55 SFJ registered?

RV55 SFJ is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is RV55 SFJ safe to buy?

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