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R7 PLT

2006 Lexus SC430

Red Petrol 4293cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,963 mi
Last recorded19,963 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Lexus SC43052,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 PLT
MakeLexus
ModelSC430
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,293cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 19,963 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 19,632 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 19,541 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 19,325 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 18,802 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 18,344 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 17,664 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 16,649 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 16,270 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 15,891 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,199 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 14,553 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 13,459 miles

both front tyres are wearing on outer raised tread edges and are devoid of tread on inner raised tread edges edges

Pass 10 Aug 2011 12,600 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 10,889 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 9,066 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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R7 PLT is a 2006 Lexus SC430 in Red with a 4,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R7 PLT, 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 R7 PLT registered?

R7 PLT is a 2006 Lexus SC430, first registered on 15 August 2006.

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