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P23 APY

2006 Lexus SC430

Green Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

67,854 mi
Last recorded67,854 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus SC43052,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP23 APY
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 67,854 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2024 65,914 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2024 65,906 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 64,296 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 62,369 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 62,337 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 62,059 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 61,072 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

Fail 28 Oct 2020 61,670 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine.

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

Pass 25 Sep 2019 59,266 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 54,016 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 48,798 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 43,013 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 28,035 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 28,035 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 25,131 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,524 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 23,546 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 22,746 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 22,470 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 16,454 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 12,249 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES.

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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P23 APY is a 2006 Lexus SC430 in Green with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2006 Lexus SC430 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 52,130 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 P23 APY, 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 20 years old, this Lexus SC430 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P23 APY registered?

P23 APY is a 2006 Lexus SC430, first registered on 10 March 2006.

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The MOT history for P23 APY 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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