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Y865 BKS

2001 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,383 mi
Last recorded169,383 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY865 BKS
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2016 169,383 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 153,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2013 148,923 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2012 69,158 miles

Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 145,109 miles

Rear Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

rear brake discs worn

Pass 26 Sep 2009 142,438 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 133,932 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 133,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 19,447 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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Y865 BKS is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 Y865 BKS, 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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Y865 BKS is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 31 July 2001.

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