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TRU 5E

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

77,589 mi
Last recorded77,589 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRU 5E
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 77,589 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyre`s edge`s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 77,463 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge`s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 77,139 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen chipped and scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust tailpipe ends corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2022 76,599 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 75,442 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 75,442 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2020 74,660 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 73,847 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 72,620 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 72,620 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2017 71,232 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 68,428 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 66,680 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 64,201 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 60,300 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 56,840 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 51,808 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 48,005 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 40,653 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 39,623 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 36,826 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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TRU 5E 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 90.5%.

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 TRU 5E, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TRU 5E?

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What year was TRU 5E registered?

TRU 5E is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is TRU 5E safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRU 5E shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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