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RY55 MZL

2005 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

205,898 mi
Last recorded205,898 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 MZL
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 205,898 miles

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

Rear exhaust fixings corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2024 205,668 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 205,569 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 204,975 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 201,717 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 201,716 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 190,322 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 166,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 136,358 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 102,882 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 102,882 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 75,235 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 75,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,291 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 21,466 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 16,289 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 15,513 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 14,377 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 13,193 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 12,233 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 10,667 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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RY55 MZL is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Blue 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 RY55 MZL, 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 RY55 MZL registered?

RY55 MZL is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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