CarVerify

Free Car Check

WF51 MKL

2001 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,624 mi
Last recorded76,624 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF51 MKL
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 76,624 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre perished cut side wall

under body parts corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2020 73,594 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 73,594 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 21 May 2019 70,082 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

under body corroded

Pass 31 May 2018 67,903 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

oil leek

under body corroded

Fail 31 May 2018 67,903 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

oil leek

under body corroded

Pass 25 May 2017 64,235 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 60,082 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 59,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 59,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 49,477 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 49,477 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 49,240 miles

both rear tyres have slight cracking in tread but no cords exposed

Pass 23 Nov 2012 45,879 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 43,150 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 43,144 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 39,887 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 35,517 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 30,676 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 25,524 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
Full Lexus SC430 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WF51 MKL is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Bronze 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 WF51 MKL, 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

How do I check the history of WF51 MKL?

You can check the full history of WF51 MKL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WF51 MKL registered?

WF51 MKL is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is WF51 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF51 MKL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WF51 MKL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WF51 MKL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.