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Lexus IS300

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 2,997 cc

L30 JREMOT history

L30 JRE is a red petrol Lexus IS300 first used on 1 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 128,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
128,771 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 JRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 JRE was last recorded at 128,771 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,731 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
4,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,771 miles
  • 2025 – 126,270 miles
  • 2024 – 123,024 miles
  • 2023 – 118,147 miles
  • 2022 – 113,930 miles
  • 2021 – 108,931 miles
  • 2020 – 105,734 miles
  • 2019 – 100,360 miles
  • 2018 – 95,968 miles
  • 2017 – 88,952 miles
  • 2016 – 82,470 miles
  • 2015 – 75,712 miles
  • 2014 – 68,698 miles
  • 2013 – 58,708 miles
  • 2012 – 55,151 miles
  • 2011 – 48,750 miles
  • 2010 – 46,577 miles
  • 2009 – 40,256 miles
  • 2008 – 36,645 miles
  • 2007 – 33,851 miles
  • 2006 – 28,857 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,771 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Both rear trailing arms corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated hand brake leaver travel too high but can be satisfactory operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • UNDER SIDE OF CAR CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,771 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    128,771 miles
    Test number
    330773400542
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear trailing arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,771 miles (+40)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,771 miles
    Test number
    771520992752
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear trailing arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail128,731 miles (+2,461)6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,731 miles
    Test number
    457343367022
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working BOTH SIDE (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength within 30 cm outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side rear mounts heavy corroded but still secure (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both side rear brake disc back plates heavy corroded but still secure

  4. Pass126,270 miles (+3,246)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    126,270 miles
    Test number
    546007871125
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,024 miles (+4,877)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,024 miles
    Test number
    594165780566
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass118,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    118,147 miles
    Test number
    898701692352
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail118,147 miles (+4,217)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,147 miles
    Test number
    713885162878
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass113,930 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,930 miles
    Test number
    719039999989
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill panel corroding
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated hand brake leaver travel too high but can be satisfactory operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe surface rust

  9. Fail113,891 miles (+4,960)4 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,891 miles
    Test number
    860533973183
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached lower arm ball join bolts are loose both. causing excessive play on the wheel (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTRC light on
    • DangerousVSC lights on
    • DangerousHeadlamp levelling light on
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated hand brake leaver travel too high but can be satisfactory operated (1.1.6 (d))

  10. Pass108,931 miles (+37)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,931 miles
    Test number
    560460703678
    • AdvisoryFront both sides, suspension bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc pitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing at inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear sill panels slightly corroding,

  11. Fail108,894 miles (+3,160)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,894 miles
    Test number
    267658659350
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative BROKEN OFF CHASSIS AND NOT CONNECED. (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass105,734 miles (+5,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    669209159706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryREQS FRONT SHOCKABSORERS ADJUSTING HIGHER

  13. Pass100,360 miles (+151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,360 miles
    Test number
    782922474090
    • AdvisoryUNDER SIDE OF CAR CORRODED

  14. Fail100,209 miles (+4,241)2 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,209 miles
    Test number
    303003542385
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability stability switch bracket broken away from sub frame plus switch seized (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on outer edge size 215/45/R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view mirror glass (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER SIDE OF CAR CORRODED

  15. Pass95,968 miles (+56)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,968 miles
    Test number
    744190094648
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, wearing bold at edges (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail95,912 miles (+6,960)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,912 miles
    Test number
    614446340387
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, wearing bold at edges (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass88,952 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,952 miles
    Test number
    320635338403
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber slightly damp
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slightly wearing at outer edge

  18. Fail88,952 miles (+6,482)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,952 miles
    Test number
    658691918676
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorber slightly damp
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slightly wearing at outer edge

  19. Pass82,470 miles (+6,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,470 miles
    Test number
    929451462907
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear electronic load sensor valve insecure

  20. Pass75,712 miles (+7,014)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,712 miles
    Test number
    586584075143
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brake discs distorted

  21. Pass68,698 miles (+9,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,698 miles
    Test number
    895928474192
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass58,708 miles (+3,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,708 miles
    Test number
    566483783194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass55,151 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,151 miles
    Test number
    257020382119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,750 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,750 miles
    Test number
    515009271189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,577 miles (+6,321)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,577 miles
    Test number
    810393680174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,256 miles (+3,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,256 miles
    Test number
    290892289168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass36,645 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,645 miles
    Test number
    653297158147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,851 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,851 miles
    Test number
    521532647193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,857 miles
    Test number
    703122536133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 JRE

Does L30 JRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 JRE is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 JRE?
The MOT on L30 JRE is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 JRE done?
L30 JRE was recorded at 128,771 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 4,887 miles a year.
Has L30 JRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 JRE has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L30 JRE 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 L30 JRE find?
L30 JRE passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 11 advisories: front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 8 more.

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