2002 Lexus SC430 4.3L Petrol · EY02 MZV

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on 7 May 2025 at 98,651 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a concerning lapse in oversight evidenced by a failure just two weeks prior. In April 2025, the car failed for multiple critical defects including bald tyres throughout, a defective headlamp, ineffective wipers, and an exhaust leak. While these were rectified for the subsequent pass, the failure suggests a reactive maintenance approach rather than proactive preventative care. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,110 miles per year. The data indicates long periods of inactivity, for example, only 1,323 miles recorded between the June 2021 and April 2023 tests. While this low usage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, long-term standing often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, fluid acidification, and brake corrosion. The vehicle has covered very little distance since its most recent test last year. A buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the chassis, particularly given the under-sealing noted in June 2020 and the age of the car. The low mileage increases the risk of seized brake calipers or perished suspension bushes which do not always trigger a failure unless symptomatic. The exhaust leak identified in April 2025 warrants a close look at the manifold and flex pipes to ensure deep corrosion is not progressing. Additionally, verify the current tyres are not showing sidewall cracking, as the previous failure indicates the owner may have neglected basic consumables until forced by a tester.