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WU03 LGJ

2003 Lexus SC430

Bronze Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

105,175 mi
Last recorded105,175 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Lexus SC43067,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU03 LGJ
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2003
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 105,175 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 105,107 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 98,887 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 96,004 miles

REAR EXHAUST FLANGES CORRODED

Pass 23 Feb 2021 93,529 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 90,305 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 89,525 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 86,182 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 81,961 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 76,139 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 75,721 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 75,721 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 75,686 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Engine warning light on

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 74,975 miles

EML light on

Pass 12 Jul 2013 73,807 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 73,385 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 73,385 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 72,794 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 71,927 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 70,589 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 69,179 miles

brake fluid level becoming low

Pass 24 Jul 2007 62,442 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 49,064 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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WU03 LGJ is a 2003 Lexus SC430 in Bronze with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 67,659 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 WU03 LGJ, 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 23 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU03 LGJ registered?

WU03 LGJ is a 2003 Lexus SC430, first registered on 9 August 2003.

Is WU03 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU03 LGJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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