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FJ52 TEY

2002 Lexus SC430

Silver Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

85,101 mi
Last recorded85,101 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Lexus SC43071,598 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ52 TEY
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc
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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 85,101 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 84,625 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 83,987 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 83,528 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 83,146 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 82,926 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 81,873 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 80,286 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 78,962 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 77,584 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 76,096 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 74,076 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 74,076 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 71,806 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 69,596 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 66,122 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 60,850 miles

advise o/s/f brake caliper sticking causing slight restricked movement.

Pass 6 Aug 2009 53,510 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 47,881 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 41,213 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 35,475 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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FJ52 TEY is a 2002 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 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 FJ52 TEY, 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

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What year was FJ52 TEY registered?

FJ52 TEY is a 2002 Lexus SC430, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is FJ52 TEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ52 TEY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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