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W55 RAE

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,289 mi
Last recorded45,289 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW55 RAE
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 45,289 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 43,080 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2019 43,080 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2018 41,186 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 41,186 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2017 39,386 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 37,650 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 37,476 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 36,749 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 35,510 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 33,733 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 31,577 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder

Pass 23 Apr 2010 28,041 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 22,796 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 16,667 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 16,667 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 12,646 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 7,082 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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W55 RAE is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 W55 RAE, 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.

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What year was W55 RAE registered?

W55 RAE is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is W55 RAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W55 RAE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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