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SC51 LEX

2002 Lexus SC430

Purple Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

119,600 mi
Last recorded119,600 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC51 LEX
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2024 119,600 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 116,726 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 113,567 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 109,527 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under the all body and suspension are corroded .

Pass 9 Dec 2019 107,907 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 103,388 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 101,753 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 100,398 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 100,398 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 93,591 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 93,333 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 90,679 miles

advise near side front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Jul 2011 86,824 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 81,356 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 81,356 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 74,752 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 67,155 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 67,155 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 30 May 2007 58,244 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 58,244 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 49,593 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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SC51 LEX is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Purple with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SC51 LEX, 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 SC51 LEX registered?

SC51 LEX is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is SC51 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC51 LEX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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