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BT05 FTP

2005 Lexus SC430

Black Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

84,643 mi
Last recorded84,643 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Lexus SC43058,770 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 FTP
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 84,643 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 82,271 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 82,048 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 81,943 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust back box corroded around join, back box tail pipes slightly loose

Fail 22 Mar 2021 81,943 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust back box corroded around join, back box tail pipes slightly loose

Pass 21 Nov 2019 81,913 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 81,822 miles

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Nov 2017 80,725 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 80,431 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 79,642 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 79,642 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 78,593 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 76,206 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 76,206 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 73,997 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 70,738 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 67,256 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 61,799 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 61,725 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 61,725 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 48,766 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 48,766 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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BT05 FTP is a 2005 Lexus SC430 in Black with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 BT05 FTP, 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.

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What year was BT05 FTP registered?

BT05 FTP is a 2005 Lexus SC430, first registered on 31 August 2005.

Is BT05 FTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 FTP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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