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Lexus LS400

White and Silver · Petrol · 1990 · 3,969 cc

A12 MUDMOT history

A12 MUD is a white and silver petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 21 Aug 1990. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 306,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
306,038 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 MUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS400
Colour
White and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
21 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 MUD was last recorded at 306,038 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 1,590 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
304,448 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,590 miles
Average per year
4,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 306,038 miles
  • 2025 – 304,448 miles
  • 2024 – 300,113 miles
  • 2022 – 296,462 miles
  • 2021 – 293,735 miles
  • 2020 – 293,276 miles
  • 2019 – 291,082 miles
  • 2018 – 286,861 miles
  • 2017 – 282,770 miles
  • 2016 – 279,055 miles
  • 2015 – 272,956 miles
  • 2014 – 264,765 miles
  • 2013 – 255,701 miles
  • 2012 – 253,341 miles
  • 2011 – 249,443 miles
  • 2010 – 246,485 miles
  • 2009 – 241,790 miles
  • 2008 – 233,477 miles
  • 2007 – 228,253 miles
  • 2005 – 222,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass306,038 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive From engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2008

Full MOT history

34 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass306,038 miles (+1,590)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    306,038 miles
    Test number
    876175121088
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass304,448 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    304,448 miles
    Test number
    691631795670
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail304,418 miles (+4,305)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    304,418 miles
    Test number
    971222028377
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component insecure exhaust shield (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch area to antiroll bar fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass300,113 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    300,113 miles
    Test number
    369868404158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail300,084 miles (+3,622)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    300,084 miles
    Test number
    928301585120
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass296,462 miles (+2,703)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    296,462 miles
    Test number
    491984987377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill panels corroded and very weak only just passed mot test (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and outer sill panels corroded and very weak only just passed mot test (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWater inside nearside headlamp

  7. Pass293,759 miles (+24)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    293,759 miles
    Test number
    790024163752
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on outer edge of tread only just passed mot test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge of tread only just passed mot test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail293,735 miles (+459)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,735 miles
    Test number
    272654652603
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on outer edge of tread only just passed mot test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out on inner edge of tread only just passed mot test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass293,276 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    293,276 miles
    Test number
    298411732393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner seal panel corroded and weak
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  10. Fail293,276 miles (+2,194)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,276 miles
    Test number
    257941375032
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner seal panel corroded and weak
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  11. Pass291,082 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    291,082 miles
    Test number
    959689100935
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail291,071 miles (+4,210)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    291,071 miles
    Test number
    546299423839
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass286,861 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    286,861 miles
    Test number
    823467923376
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front wheel arch corroded!
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail286,846 miles (+4,076)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    286,846 miles
    Test number
    785917007578
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front wheel arch corroded!
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass282,770 miles (+3,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    282,770 miles
    Test number
    473744742088
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel pipe rusty front to rear!
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass279,055 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    279,055 miles
    Test number
    436622135642
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) and nearside
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySlight wear in nearside rear lower hub unit bush

  17. Fail279,046 miles (+6,090)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    279,046 miles
    Test number
    331209295994
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill box section (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill box section (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) and nearside
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySlight wear in nearside rear lower hub unit bush

  18. Pass272,956 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    272,956 miles
    Test number
    762678139520
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front fixing bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySlight wear in n/s rear suspension lower outer hub bush
    • AdvisorySlight wear in o/s of steering rack track rod ball joint

  19. Fail272,948 miles (+8,183)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    272,948 miles
    Test number
    903272202278
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front fixing bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres splitting around rim of tyre but not down to cord
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine
    • AdvisorySlight wear in n/s rear suspension lower outer hub bush
    • AdvisorySlight wear in o/s of steering rack track rod ball joint

  20. Pass264,765 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    264,765 miles
    Test number
    748741124309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail264,745 miles (+9,044)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,745 miles
    Test number
    809187104305
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • Note3 x fuel pipes corroded n/s/r underside
    • NoteAll tyres perishing by wheel rims. Recommend to change
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  22. Pass255,701 miles (+2,360)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    255,701 miles
    Test number
    435153703313
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to split around rims and may need replacing soon
    • NoteRear wheelarches corroding

  23. Pass253,341 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    253,341 miles
    Test number
    457476892259
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  24. Fail253,281 miles (+3,838)3 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,281 miles
    Test number
    367503792439
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres very heavy wear on inner edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre walls poor and cracks

  25. Pass249,443 miles (+2,958)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    249,443 miles
    Test number
    289321201330
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight wear on inner edges

  26. Pass246,485 miles (+4,695)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    246,485 miles
    Test number
    842163890250
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre walls poor and cracks
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight wear on inner edges

  27. Pass241,790 miles (+6,543)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    241,790 miles
    Test number
    734231289223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass235,247 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    235,247 miles
    Test number
    511159409065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail235,237 miles (+1,760)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,237 miles
    Test number
    642048509042
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  30. Pass233,477 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    233,477 miles
    Test number
    732289608052
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  31. Fail233,477 miles (+5,224)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,477 miles
    Test number
    170848108494
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  32. Pass228,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    228,253 miles
    Test number
    154250517000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail228,253 miles (+5,543)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,253 miles
    Test number
    542619707012
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  34. Pass222,710 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    222,710 miles
    Test number
    682313055335
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Questions about A12 MUD

Does A12 MUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 MUD is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 MUD?
The MOT on A12 MUD is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 MUD done?
A12 MUD was recorded at 306,038 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 4,121 miles a year.
Has A12 MUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 MUD has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on A12 MUD 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 A12 MUD find?
A12 MUD passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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