Lexus RX300
Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,995 cc
L16 CDSMOT history
L16 CDS is a silver petrol Lexus RX300 first used on 18 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 161,945 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 7 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 161,945 mi
- At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 19 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 6,413 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L16 CDS
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Lexus
- Model
- RX300
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 18 Dec 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L16 CDS was last recorded at 161,945 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 161,931 miles · 5 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 14 miles
- Average per year
- 6,413 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 161,945 miles
- 2025 – 158,585 miles
- 2024 – 155,953 miles
- 2023 – 153,180 miles
- 2022 – 150,661 miles
- 2021 – 148,813 miles
- 2020 – 148,809 miles
- 2019 – 146,901 miles
- 2018 – 142,837 miles
- 2017 – 138,590 miles
- 2016 – 133,562 miles
- 2015 – 127,926 miles
- 2014 – 119,560 miles
- 2013 – 110,341 miles
- 2012 – 97,838 miles
- 2011 – 96,420 miles
- 2010 – 76,250 miles
- 2009 – 63,803 miles
- 2008 – 54,144 miles
- 2007 – 46,210 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass161,945 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryEngine coversRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRepair to offside rear subframe mounting heavily undersealed
- AdvisoryUnderbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Underneath vehicle corroded including suspension components
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Full MOT history
25 tests since 21 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass161,945 miles (+14)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 161,945 miles
- Test number
- 771386413521
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryEngine covers
- AdvisoryRepair to offside rear subframe mounting heavily undersealed
- AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
Fail161,931 miles (+3,346)3 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,931 miles
- Test number
- 361449810060
- MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryEngine covers
- AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
Pass158,585 miles (+2,632)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 158,585 miles
- Test number
- 940786897697
- AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
Pass155,953 miles2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 155,953 miles
- Test number
- 596840752637
- MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle corroded including suspension components
Fail155,953 miles (+2,773)2 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,953 miles
- Test number
- 799976555473
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderneath vehicle corroded including suspension components
Pass153,180 miles (+2,519)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 153,180 miles
- Test number
- 233035154039
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear anti roll bar bushes worn
- AdvisoryRear chassis corroded by subframe mounts
Pass150,661 miles (+1,848)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 150,661 miles
- Test number
- 116847753536
- Advisory1/2 of each washer jet not working
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHandbrake has limited reserve travel
- AdvisoryRear suspension and inner sills corroded
Pass148,813 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 148,813 miles
- Test number
- 310665387092
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail148,809 miles (+1,908)1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,809 miles
- Test number
- 123086318390
- DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass146,901 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 146,901 miles
- Test number
- 954984900123
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail146,901 miles (+4,064)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,901 miles
- Test number
- 827184844275
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass142,837 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 142,837 miles
- Test number
- 152952205382
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail142,837 miles (+4,247)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,837 miles
- Test number
- 783840552657
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass138,590 miles (+5,028)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 138,590 miles
- Test number
- 524251201842
- AdvisoryCentrepipe rear hanger broken
Pass133,562 miles (+5,636)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 133,562 miles
- Test number
- 502130798713
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass127,926 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 127,926 miles
- Test number
- 483186807504
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail127,926 miles (+8,366)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,926 miles
- Test number
- 753340437626
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass119,560 miles (+9,219)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 119,560 miles
- Test number
- 419496754494
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass110,341 miles (+12,503)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 110,341 miles
- Test number
- 349737453346
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass97,838 miles (+1,418)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 97,838 miles
- Test number
- 139277452345
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass96,420 miles (+20,170)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 96,420 miles
- Test number
- 477125551335
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,250 miles (+12,447)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 76,250 miles
- Test number
- 553274850304
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,803 miles (+9,659)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 63,803 miles
- Test number
- 120325659357
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,144 miles (+7,934)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 54,144 miles
- Test number
- 381088158338
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass46,210 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 46,210 miles
- Test number
- 174625357383
- 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)
Questions about L16 CDS
- Does L16 CDS currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 CDS is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L16 CDS?
- The MOT on L16 CDS is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L16 CDS done?
- L16 CDS was recorded at 161,945 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 6,413 miles a year.
- Has L16 CDS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L16 CDS has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on L16 CDS 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 L16 CDS find?
- L16 CDS passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.
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