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RWS 19S

2002 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,005 mi
Last recorded63,005 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWS 19S
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 63,005 miles

Corrosion Under Vehicle

Fail 10 Oct 2025 63,002 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault Vehicle Stability Control (7.12 (e))

Corrosion Under Vehicle

Pass 1 Oct 2024 62,925 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 61,925 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 61,925 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 61,670 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 61,482 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 61,023 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 60,355 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 60,050 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 58,908 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 57,587 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 56,186 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 54,354 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 51,076 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 48,437 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 46,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 46,056 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 42,454 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 42,454 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2007 37,927 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 12 Apr 2006 30,615 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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RWS 19S is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RWS 19S, 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 RWS 19S registered?

RWS 19S is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is RWS 19S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWS 19S shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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