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Lexus SC430

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 4,293 cc

LF52 FBAMOT history

LF52 FBA is a blue petrol Lexus SC430 first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 204,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
204,686 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
SC430
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,293 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FBA was last recorded at 204,686 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 5,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,317 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,369 miles
Average per year
7,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,686 miles
  • 2025 – 199,317 miles
  • 2024 – 194,816 miles
  • 2023 – 192,755 miles
  • 2022 – 190,231 miles
  • 2021 – 186,402 miles
  • 2020 – 183,955 miles
  • 2019 – 180,277 miles
  • 2018 – 172,220 miles
  • 2017 – 168,957 miles
  • 2016 – 162,663 miles
  • 2015 – 157,576 miles
  • 2014 – 151,517 miles
  • 2013 – 146,613 miles
  • 2012 – 135,877 miles
  • 2011 – 130,657 miles
  • 2010 – 124,807 miles
  • 2009 – 105,136 miles
  • 2008 – 87,023 miles
  • 2007 – 71,002 miles
  • 2006 – 54,794 miles
  • 2005 – 39,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,686 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion to sills and floorpan around rear of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,686 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    204,686 miles
    Test number
    120154236523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass199,317 miles (+4,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    199,317 miles
    Test number
    179482018750
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass194,816 miles (+2,061)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    194,816 miles
    Test number
    457449103168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All arms and braces for suspension and subframes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All floorpan and inner sills Near suspension and subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass192,755 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    192,755 miles
    Test number
    234916238486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion to sills and floorpan around rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail192,746 miles (+2,515)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,746 miles
    Test number
    483115137379
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion to sills and floorpan around rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass190,231 miles (+3,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    190,231 miles
    Test number
    589969038782
    • AdvisoryEML on pre-testable item
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear subframe and mounting washers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass186,402 miles (+2,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    186,402 miles
    Test number
    328045933674
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass183,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    183,955 miles
    Test number
    161501354297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail183,955 miles (+3,678)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,955 miles
    Test number
    974685490642
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass180,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    180,277 miles
    Test number
    673924446588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail180,277 miles (+8,057)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,277 miles
    Test number
    248483556122
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Securing pin missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  12. Pass172,220 miles (+3,263)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    172,220 miles
    Test number
    946602427783
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn to inner edge

  13. Pass168,957 miles (+6,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    168,957 miles
    Test number
    305345987905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box joints corroded

  14. Pass162,663 miles (+5,087)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    162,663 miles
    Test number
    589448753159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass157,576 miles (+6,059)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    157,576 miles
    Test number
    363894478550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass151,517 miles (+4,904)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    151,517 miles
    Test number
    535487664248
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated / corroded and 1 mount is broken off
    • NoteWorning light on dash

  17. Pass146,613 miles (+10,736)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    146,613 miles
    Test number
    466086463221
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass135,877 miles (+5,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    135,877 miles
    Test number
    775049162249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass130,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    130,657 miles
    Test number
    225149841248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail130,657 miles (+5,850)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,657 miles
    Test number
    118308841226
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass124,807 miles (+19,671)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    124,807 miles
    Test number
    913114960211
    • NoteBoth centre exhaust brackets slightly deteriarated
    • NoteCentre to rear exhaust join heavily corroded close to excessive
    • NoteFront pads wearing thin
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn badly inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn very badly inner edge close to cords close to excessive

  22. Pass105,136 miles (+18,113)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    105,136 miles
    Test number
    972979369230
    • NoteRear tyres wearing to inner edges
    • NoteSlight damage to front no plate

  23. Pass87,023 miles (+16,021)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    87,023 miles
    Test number
    130716658216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,002 miles (+16,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    71,002 miles
    Test number
    534537057263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass54,794 miles (+15,683)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    54,794 miles
    Test number
    760498566232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    39,111 miles
    Test number
    324952075421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FBA

Does LF52 FBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 FBA is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FBA?
The MOT on LF52 FBA is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 FBA done?
LF52 FBA was recorded at 204,686 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 7,971 miles a year.
Has LF52 FBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FBA has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LF52 FBA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 FBA find?
LF52 FBA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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