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Y857 NFG

2001 Lexus SC430

Blue Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,813 mi
Last recorded41,813 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY857 NFG
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 41,813 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 41,813 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 41,268 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 41,268 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 40,585 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 39,873 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 39,342 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 38,678 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 38,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 37,272 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 36,337 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 35,714 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 35,714 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 34,716 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 34,716 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 33,697 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 32,632 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 31,688 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 29,833 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 29,833 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 27,986 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 26,580 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 25,236 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 24,394 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 23,060 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 21,225 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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Y857 NFG is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Blue with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y857 NFG, 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 Y857 NFG registered?

Y857 NFG is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 25 June 2001.

Is Y857 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y857 NFG shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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