CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y598 YTP

2001 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,290 mi
Last recorded23,290 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY598 YTP
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 23,290 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2025 21,696 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 20,772 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 20,153 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 17,085 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 14,957 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 14,143 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 12,259 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 12,061 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 11,918 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

puncture n/s/f tyre

Pass 2 May 2014 11,606 miles

BOTH front tyres starting to wear to inside edges

Fail 2 May 2014 11,606 miles

BOTH front tyres starting to wear to inside edges

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 11,094 miles

BOTH front tyres starting to wear inside edges

Pass 29 Feb 2012 10,674 miles

front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 21 Feb 2011 10,333 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 9 Feb 2010 9,922 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 Feb 2008 9,371 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 2 Feb 2007 9,006 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 7,853 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
Full Lexus SC430 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y598 YTP is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 Y598 YTP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y598 YTP?

You can check the full history of Y598 YTP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y598 YTP registered?

Y598 YTP is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 18 July 2001.

Is Y598 YTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y598 YTP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y598 YTP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y598 YTP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.