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SV51 OWW

2001 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,316 mi
Last recorded75,316 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 OWW
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 75,316 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 74,603 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 75,089 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 75,089 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 70,747 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2018 70,747 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 67,174 miles

both front tyres balding on inner edges

Pass 3 Mar 2016 65,387 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 65,387 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 64,047 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 61,919 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 58,642 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 53,747 miles

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

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

various suspension and brake components surface corrosion

Pass 21 Dec 2010 49,265 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 42,061 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 42,058 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 37,796 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 32,115 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 30,377 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 26,260 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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SV51 OWW is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 74,155 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 SV51 OWW, 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 25 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV51 OWW registered?

SV51 OWW is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is SV51 OWW safe to buy?

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