£6,160
2001 Lexus SC430
United Kingdom • 3 Aug 2022
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2001 Lexus SC430 is presented as a well-maintained example with 91,500 miles and a comprehensive service history, including 12 stamps and a replaced timing belt. While the alloy wheels show some deterioration, the car boasts a clean interior and exterior, a wealth of features, and a private plate, making it an appealing proposition for enthusiasts seeking a reliable and luxurious convertible.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in very clean and tidy condition inside and out, with an excellent service history. The only noted defects are deterioration to the alloy wheels. Given the minimal defects and the comprehensive service history, a rating of 7 seems appropriate.
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91,500 miles
G10LEX
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RHD/LHD:
RHD
2001 Lexus SC430 Excellent service history; epic build quality; epic sound system; private plate; a fabulously refined cruiser that will outlive us all Launched in 2001 to rival the Mercedes SL, the Lexus SC430 was a luxury convertible powered by the same 4.3-litre V8 as found in the GS and LS430 saloons.
Utterly bulletproof and virtually silent, it produced 282bhp and, mated to 5-speed automatic transmission, it could power the car to 60mph in 6.4 seconds on its way to a top speed of 155mph with uncanny smoothness and refinement.
As you would expect from Toyota’s luxury division, the build quality was unsurpassed and reliability was second to none with 20,000 mile service intervals and a 100,000 mile timing belt life.
Cocooned in leather and wood, passengers were entertained by an epic Mark Levinson hi-fi system with 9 speakers and a Sizewell-B grade amplifier that turned the cabin into a concert hall.
The climate control system was equally cutting edge and could sense whether the...
Points of note
£2,180
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£16,149
Median Price (Since 2020)
£38,330
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Oct 16 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
102,325 miles
Registration Date
2001-09-01
MOT History
Passed
On Oct 17 2024 with 102,325 miles
Passed
On Aug 17 2023 with 98,590 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed
On Aug 17 2023 with 98,590 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Sep 07 2022 with 92,400 miles
Passed
On Jan 10 2022 with 90,812 miles
Passed
On Dec 14 2020 with 89,321 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front tyres wearing on edges
Passed
On Jun 18 2019 with 88,166 miles
Passed
On Jun 22 2018 with 87,347 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed
On Jun 09 2017 with 87,014 miles
Passed
On Jun 17 2016 with 86,195 miles
Passed
On Jun 16 2015 with 86,086 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed
On Jun 13 2014 with 85,064 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
User Entered:
- Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Passed
On Jun 13 2013 with 84,498 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Failed
On Jun 13 2013 with 84,498 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Passed
On Jun 12 2012 with 83,537 miles
Failed
On Jun 07 2012 with 83,536 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
User Entered:
- EML lamp Illuminated indicating a fault
Passed
On Jul 29 2011 with 79,946 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Aug 02 2010 with 75,524 miles
Passed
On Sep 11 2009 with 69,395 miles
Failed
On Sep 10 2009 with 69,388 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
User Entered:
- rear exhaust heatshield insecure
Passed
On Sep 25 2008 with 63,132 miles
Passed
On Sep 05 2007 with 53,267 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Sep 26 2006 with 44,509 miles
Passed
On Jan 11 2006 with 39,257 miles
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