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X738 RBD

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,957 mi
Last recorded85,957 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX738 RBD
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,295cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 85,957 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 85,956 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2015 84,175 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 83,186 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 78,906 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 70,932 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 70,932 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 65,598 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 61,391 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 54,852 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2008 54,852 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 48,758 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 41,939 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 36,459 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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X738 RBD is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X738 RBD, 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 X738 RBD registered?

X738 RBD is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X738 RBD safe to buy?

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