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Lexus IS250

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,499 cc

L21 VYUMOT history

L21 VYU is a black petrol Lexus IS250 first used on 27 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

L21 VYU black Lexus IS250 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS250, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
158,378 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 VYU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS250
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 VYU was last recorded at 158,378 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 4,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,543 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,835 miles
Average per year
8,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,378 miles
  • 2025 – 153,543 miles
  • 2024 – 147,847 miles
  • 2023 – 140,770 miles
  • 2022 – 133,728 miles
  • 2021 – 127,271 miles
  • 2020 – 124,815 miles
  • 2019 – 118,645 miles
  • 2018 – 110,230 miles
  • 2017 – 103,722 miles
  • 2016 – 96,473 miles
  • 2015 – 86,834 miles
  • 2014 – 75,119 miles
  • 2013 – 65,182 miles
  • 2012 – 55,140 miles
  • 2011 – 43,983 miles
  • 2010 – 28,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,378 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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 wiperblade split at ends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,378 miles (+4,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    158,378 miles
    Test number
    759806858082
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass153,543 miles (+5,696)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    153,543 miles
    Test number
    281805762090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass147,847 miles (+7,077)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    147,847 miles
    Test number
    710750150594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,770 miles (+7,042)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,770 miles
    Test number
    428525501875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,728 miles (+6,457)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    133,728 miles
    Test number
    221954747005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,271 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,271 miles
    Test number
    403984816098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    124,815 miles
    Test number
    177907384655
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail124,815 miles (+6,170)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,815 miles
    Test number
    585693949266
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass118,645 miles (+8,415)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,645 miles
    Test number
    925211956958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,230 miles (+6,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,230 miles
    Test number
    977516678974
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are at 4mm centre off tyre
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are slightly lipped

  11. Pass103,722 miles (+7,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    103,722 miles
    Test number
    753972662960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side light not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass96,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    96,473 miles
    Test number
    500388586764
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside , discs corroded on outer edges (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail96,473 miles (+9,639)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,473 miles
    Test number
    704770368237
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside , discs corroded on outer edges (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass86,834 miles (+165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    86,834 miles
    Test number
    704521344941
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiperblade split at ends

  15. Fail86,669 miles (+11,550)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,669 miles
    Test number
    754247934221
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut but not through to canvas
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiperblade split at ends
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,119 miles (+9,937)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,119 miles
    Test number
    855895604288
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass65,182 miles (+10,042)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    668594503264
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass55,140 miles (+11,157)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,140 miles
    Test number
    306526612425
    • NoteADVISE, both front wiper blades split & deteriorating.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass43,983 miles (+15,180)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,983 miles
    Test number
    299302221237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,803 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    28,803 miles
    Test number
    371750730403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L21 VYU

Does L21 VYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 VYU is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 VYU?
The MOT on L21 VYU is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 VYU done?
L21 VYU was recorded at 158,378 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 8,061 miles a year.
Has L21 VYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 VYU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on L21 VYU 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 L21 VYU find?
L21 VYU passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides.

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