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YX05 TYS

2005 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

67,109 mi
Last recorded67,109 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 TYS
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 67,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2025 64,771 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 61,720 miles

ALL Tyres starting to perish.

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 61,597 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear both exhaust connections poor condition

Pass 26 Oct 2022 60,221 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 58,703 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 57,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 51,827 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 45,355 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 43,234 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 39,344 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 38,528 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 35,765 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 32,975 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 32,975 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 30,631 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 28,132 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,539 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 20,874 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 17,115 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 12,952 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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YX05 TYS is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Silver with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2005 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 58,770 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 YX05 TYS, 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 21 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX05 TYS registered?

YX05 TYS is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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