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SO51 DAY

2003 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

107,123 mi
Last recorded107,123 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO51 DAY
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 107,123 miles

Front wipers smeary

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2025 107,119 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front wipers smeary

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 104,622 miles

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

boot floor holed and corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2023 101,765 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 101,756 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 98,984 miles

boot floor holed and corroded

Fail 15 Jul 2022 98,984 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

boot floor holed and corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2021 96,739 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack has a misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2021 96,739 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack has a misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 94,325 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack has slight misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 88,759 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering rack has misting of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 81,375 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 79,236 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 79,188 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 66,552 miles

engine cover

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2014 63,003 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2013 58,467 miles

Boot struts very weak.

Center exhaust mounting bracket corroded, not affecting security of exhaust.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2012 54,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2011 46,992 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 37,709 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 34,181 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 32,215 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 32,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2007 21,578 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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SO51 DAY is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 67,659 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 SO51 DAY, 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 23 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SO51 DAY is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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