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VX05 ZZV

2005 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,243 mi
Last recorded117,243 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 ZZV
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2022 117,243 miles

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides behind rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 117,243 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides behind rear axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 114,433 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 111,251 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 108,984 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 108,984 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 101,352 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2018 93,161 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 93,161 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 84,637 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 76,715 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 68,150 miles

front number plate broken

Pass 20 Jan 2014 60,715 miles

front number plate broken

Pass 4 Jan 2013 52,667 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 46,547 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 38,655 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 30,261 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 30,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 21,366 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 21,013 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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VX05 ZZV is a 2005 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 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 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 VX05 ZZV, 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 VX05 ZZV registered?

VX05 ZZV is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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