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Y897 JHC

2001 Lexus SC430

Green Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,667 mi
Last recorded39,667 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2008
Typical for 2001 Lexus SC43074,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY897 JHC
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2008 39,667 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 36,457 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 32,284 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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Y897 JHC is a 2001 Lexus SC430 in Green with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y897 JHC, 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 Y897 JHC registered?

Y897 JHC is a 2001 Lexus SC430, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y897 JHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y897 JHC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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