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VJI 7917

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

97,864 mi
Last recorded97,864 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJI 7917
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 97,864 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2018 88,096 miles

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroded

Fail 7 Mar 2018 88,096 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2017 80,490 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2016 78,967 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 77,340 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 75,813 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 74,040 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 68,734 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 61,179 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 47,168 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 31,946 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 23,234 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 19,634 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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VJI 7917 is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VJI 7917, 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 VJI 7917 registered?

VJI 7917 is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 14 June 2002.

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