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YS02 PFA

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

147,615 mi
Last recorded147,615 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS02 PFA
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 147,615 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 146,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 145,373 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 143,278 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 140,581 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 132,465 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 131,171 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 126,151 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 126,104 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jul 2016 119,025 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 114,441 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 114,441 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 112,678 miles

engine management light on

nearside rear fog light not working

Pass 8 Jun 2013 111,578 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Pass 6 Jun 2012 109,641 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 108,836 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2010 106,217 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 106,217 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 104,260 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 100,759 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 90,100 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 77,370 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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YS02 PFA is a 2002 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 YS02 PFA, 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.

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What year was YS02 PFA registered?

YS02 PFA is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is YS02 PFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS02 PFA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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