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WK51 KPU

2002 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

104,290 mi
Last recorded104,290 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK51 KPU
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 104,290 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2025 104,290 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 103,328 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 102,395 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 99,110 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 98,977 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 98,971 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 96,949 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 89,689 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 84,993 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 78,391 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 75,030 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 72,415 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 66,437 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 61,993 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 57,197 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 49,588 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 45,789 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 43,252 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 42,493 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 31,120 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 27,311 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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WK51 KPU is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 WK51 KPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK51 KPU registered?

WK51 KPU is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 29 January 2002.

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The MOT history for WK51 KPU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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