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YJ51 VSG

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

47,204 mi
Last recorded47,204 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ51 VSG
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 47,204 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 46,483 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 46,483 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 45,969 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 45,341 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 44,443 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 43,746 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 43,535 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 42,323 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 41,301 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 40,983 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 40,059 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 30,783 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 39,383 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 39,383 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 37,571 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust system corroding on centre section and rear silncer joints.

Fail 4 Jan 2012 34,570 miles

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

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

tyre pressure warning lamp illuminated

Pass 4 Jan 2012 34,570 miles

tyre pressure warning lamp illuminated

Fail 12 Jan 2011 33,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 33,730 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 33,376 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 32,707 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 31,667 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 30,451 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 28,652 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 28,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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YJ51 VSG is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 2002 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,598 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 YJ51 VSG, 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 24 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 YJ51 VSG?

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What year was YJ51 VSG registered?

YJ51 VSG is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is YJ51 VSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ51 VSG shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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