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S123 DBS

2005 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

95,262 mi
Last recorded95,262 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS123 DBS
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 95,262 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 93,887 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 91,932 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 90,038 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 87,663 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 84,624 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 81,511 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 72,074 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 56,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 45,991 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 45,991 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 38,038 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 29,623 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

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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S123 DBS is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S123 DBS, 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 S123 DBS registered?

S123 DBS is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is S123 DBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S123 DBS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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