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Y279 SVM

2001 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2016
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

5,166 mi
Last recorded5,166 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 SVM
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2015 5,166 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 5,166 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 1,941 miles

N/S/R tyre cracks developed

Tyre light on the dashboard

Fail 22 Apr 2014 1,940 miles

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

N/S/R tyre cracks developed

Power steering fluid low

Tyre light on the dashboard

Pass 30 Mar 2012 32,326 miles

engine management light on

Pass 19 Sep 2011 32,312 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 32,312 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Engine warning light on dash

Pass 14 Jul 2010 26,395 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 26,395 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 23,526 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 4 Nov 2009 23,526 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2008 19,193 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 19,193 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 16,980 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 14,889 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 14,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 11,945 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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Y279 SVM is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 Y279 SVM, 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 Y279 SVM registered?

Y279 SVM is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is Y279 SVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y279 SVM shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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