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WF52 VOM

2002 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

57,150 mi
Last recorded57,150 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF52 VOM
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 57,150 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All 4 jacking points corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 55,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 53,911 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 53,911 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 51,255 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 49,129 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 47,312 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint boot damp

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower ball joint bootleaking grease

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front caliper has restricted movement no affecting brake test

some jets in washers blocked

Pass 19 Dec 2019 45,987 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 43,473 miles

Under panel tray fitted not allowing full inspection of test

Pass 18 Dec 2017 41,547 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 39,206 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Dec 2016 39,206 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 34,907 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 31,839 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 29,272 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 25,648 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 20,473 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 15,680 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 11,981 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 10,344 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 7,009 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 6,845 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 6,772 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 6,692 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 6,692 miles

Offside Rear Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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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WF52 VOM is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 WF52 VOM, 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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WF52 VOM is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 October 2002.

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