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SCZ 430

2005 Lexus SC430

Beige Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,249 mi
Last recorded32,249 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCZ 430
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 32,249 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 30,651 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 30,308 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Nov 2022 30,032 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 30,018 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 29,891 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 29,619 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 29,079 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 28,870 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 28,425 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 27,841 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 26,597 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 25,231 miles

rear brake pads cannot be fully checked with wheels on

Pass 9 Nov 2012 24,465 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 23,013 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

tyre pressure warning on

Pass 30 Nov 2010 20,950 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 1 Dec 2009 16,659 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 14,006 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 2 Dec 2008 14,006 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

front tyres wearing 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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SCZ 430 is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Beige with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SCZ 430, 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 SCZ 430 registered?

SCZ 430 is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is SCZ 430 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCZ 430 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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