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Lexus SC430

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 4,293 cc

V8 VUTMOT history

V8 VUT is a grey petrol Lexus SC430 first used on 10 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 163,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
163,814 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 VUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
SC430
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,293 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 VUT was last recorded at 163,814 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 2,191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,623 miles · 9 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,191 miles
Average per year
8,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,814 miles
  • 2025 – 161,623 miles
  • 2023 – 160,795 miles
  • 2022 – 160,278 miles
  • 2021 – 147,388 miles
  • 2020 – 134,788 miles
  • 2019 – 118,187 miles
  • 2018 – 85,445 miles
  • 2017 – 71,773 miles
  • 2016 – 65,135 miles
  • 2015 – 57,917 miles
  • 2014 – 52,054 miles
  • 2013 – 46,494 miles
  • 2012 – 37,585 miles
  • 2011 – 28,616 miles
  • 2010 – 22,382 miles
  • 2009 – 16,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,814 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Both exhaust flanges heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,814 miles (+2,191)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    163,814 miles
    Test number
    215237119500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass161,623 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,623 miles
    Test number
    441563371004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass160,795 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    160,795 miles
    Test number
    756810109465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass160,278 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    160,278 miles
    Test number
    595393241708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail160,276 miles (+12,888)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,276 miles
    Test number
    591691141191
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass147,388 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,388 miles
    Test number
    164028265800
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust section heavily corroded on flanges
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail147,388 miles (+12,600)1 major3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,388 miles
    Test number
    416813248654
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Heat Shield Loose
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust section heavily corroded on flanges
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass134,788 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    134,788 miles
    Test number
    404388404331
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both exhaust flanges heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion started

  9. Fail134,788 miles (+16,601)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,788 miles
    Test number
    280321737898
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both exhaust flanges heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion started

  10. Pass118,187 miles2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    118,187 miles
    Test number
    451151288492
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge lowest point on primary tread 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component column to top of rack (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Fail118,187 miles (+32,742)1 repaired2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,187 miles
    Test number
    419385707903
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge balding (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing and out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge lowest point on primary tread 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component column to top of rack (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass85,445 miles (+13,672)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    85,445 miles
    Test number
    927529994318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill, (surface corrosion) (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Vehicle structure has slight damage sill, (surface corrosion) (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass71,773 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,773 miles
    Test number
    590113860469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint Connection to power steering rack, damp (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail71,773 miles (+6,638)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,773 miles
    Test number
    959485133256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint Connection to power steering rack, damp (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass65,135 miles (+7,218)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,135 miles
    Test number
    634722918149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,917 miles (+5,863)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,917 miles
    Test number
    376896675144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,054 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,054 miles
    Test number
    836244674118
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail52,054 miles (+5,560)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,054 miles
    Test number
    369894974126
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass46,494 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,494 miles
    Test number
    658357473110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,359 miles (+8,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,359 miles
    Test number
    955676803182
    • 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)

  21. Pass37,585 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,585 miles
    Test number
    785724912128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,305 miles (+8,689)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,305 miles
    Test number
    377224302116
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass28,616 miles (+6,234)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,616 miles
    Test number
    818324521123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,382 miles (+6,013)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    22,382 miles
    Test number
    444176910169
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked within the treads but not to cords.

  25. Pass16,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    16,369 miles
    Test number
    183027419120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 VUT

Does V8 VUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 VUT is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 VUT?
The MOT on V8 VUT is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 VUT done?
V8 VUT was recorded at 163,814 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 8,721 miles a year.
Has V8 VUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 VUT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V8 VUT 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 V8 VUT find?
V8 VUT passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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