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S5 GHE

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,283 mi
Last recorded77,283 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 GHE
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 77,283 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2023 73,652 miles

Nearside Front Lower rear bush split suspension arm

Pass 2 Jul 2022 69,765 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2022 69,765 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 67,255 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 66,188 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 65,762 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 62,914 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 62,482 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 61,380 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 59,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 May 2015 59,681 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 58,941 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 58,213 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 56,338 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 54,960 miles

plastic under vehicle

Pass 1 Jun 2009 50,436 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 44,556 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 36,680 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 36,679 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 30,054 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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S5 GHE is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 S5 GHE, 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 S5 GHE registered?

S5 GHE is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 24 December 2002.

Is S5 GHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 GHE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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