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Lexus LS400

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 3,969 cc

C8 GRNMOT history

C8 GRN is a black petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 31 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 201,641 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2025
Mileage
201,641 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 GRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS400
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,969 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 GRN was last recorded at 201,641 miles on 23 Sept 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Apr 2011: 78,280 miles, lower than 148,874 miles on 23 Feb 2010.
  • 16 May 2013: 173,393 miles, lower than 188,503 miles on 14 May 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
201,630 miles · 12 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
10,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 201,641 miles
  • 2023 – 199,264 miles
  • 2022 – 198,600 miles
  • 2021 – 196,751 miles
  • 2020 – 194,671 miles
  • 2019 – 192,212 miles
  • 2018 – 189,781 miles
  • 2017 – 186,762 miles
  • 2016 – 183,729 miles
  • 2015 – 180,467 miles
  • 2014 – 177,419 miles
  • 2013 – 173,393 miles
  • 2012 – 188,503 miles
  • 2011 – 78,280 miles
  • 2010 – 148,874 miles
  • 2009 – 137,865 miles
  • 2008 – 131,640 miles
  • 2007 – 121,744 miles
  • 2006 – 11,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,641 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear axle rusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,641 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    201,641 miles
    Test number
    579274536011
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail201,630 miles (+2,366)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,630 miles
    Test number
    417836885134
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass199,264 miles (+664)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    199,264 miles
    Test number
    316052269196
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass198,600 miles (+1,849)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    198,600 miles
    Test number
    792502997941
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust blowing
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components exessively rusted
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust heat sheilds insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine undercover insecure
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass196,751 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    196,751 miles
    Test number
    395045438892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusting

  6. Fail196,751 miles (+2,080)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,751 miles
    Test number
    774697372147
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusting

  7. Pass194,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    194,671 miles
    Test number
    823132249141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail194,671 miles (+2,459)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,671 miles
    Test number
    893017598039
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass192,212 miles (+2,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    192,212 miles
    Test number
    448898459089
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusting

  10. Pass189,781 miles (+3,019)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    189,781 miles
    Test number
    339773583257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass186,762 miles (+3,033)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    186,762 miles
    Test number
    647774753970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass183,729 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    183,729 miles
    Test number
    946002321678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail183,710 miles (+3,243)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,710 miles
    Test number
    948821167840
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass180,467 miles (+3,048)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    180,467 miles
    Test number
    749561615224
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay both stearing rack bushes

  15. Pass177,419 miles (+4,026)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    177,419 miles
    Test number
    429478324234
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass173,393 miles (-15,110)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    173,393 miles
    Test number
    825096833150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass188,503 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    188,503 miles
    Test number
    585465732173
    • NoteAll under body components front to rear corroded & deterioated
    • NoteUnder body covers fitted limiting checks

  18. Fail188,503 miles (+110,223)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,503 miles
    Test number
    508463022194
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll under body components front to rear corroded & deterioated
    • NoteUnder body covers fitted limiting checks

  19. Fail78,280 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    456124091059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAutomatic headlamp adjuster tied up in fixed position.

  20. Pass78,280 miles (-70,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    625584691051
    • NoteAutomatic headlamp adjuster tied up in fixed position.

  21. Fail148,874 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,874 miles
    Test number
    142844150050
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside rear automatic head light adjuster weld repair

  22. Pass148,874 miles (+11,009)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    148,874 miles
    Test number
    370944950025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside rear automatic head light adjuster weld repair

  23. Pass137,865 miles (+6,225)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    137,865 miles
    Test number
    130194959072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass131,640 miles (+9,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    131,640 miles
    Test number
    112323868033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • 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)

  25. Pass121,744 miles (+110,032)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    121,744 miles
    Test number
    711675247088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    11,712 miles
    Test number
    154204556479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail11,712 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,712 miles
    Test number
    822134956037
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about C8 GRN

Does C8 GRN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C8 GRN expired on 22 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C8 GRN?
The MOT on C8 GRN expired on 22 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C8 GRN done?
C8 GRN was recorded at 201,641 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2024, an average of 10,221 miles a year.
Has C8 GRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 GRN has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on C8 GRN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C8 GRN find?
C8 GRN passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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