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Bronze · Petrol · 2008 · 4,608 cc

L38 JAWMOT history

L38 JAW is a bronze petrol Lexus LS first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 166,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
166,440 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L38 JAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,608 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L38 JAW was last recorded at 166,440 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 7,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,949 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,491 miles
Average per year
9,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,440 miles
  • 2024 – 158,949 miles
  • 2023 – 149,923 miles
  • 2022 – 145,762 miles
  • 2021 – 143,755 miles
  • 2020 – 140,723 miles
  • 2019 – 131,877 miles
  • 2018 – 118,665 miles
  • 2017 – 104,309 miles
  • 2016 – 90,838 miles
  • 2015 – 76,605 miles
  • 2014 – 64,663 miles
  • 2013 – 52,121 miles
  • 2012 – 39,821 miles
  • 2011 – 30,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,440 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,440 miles (+7,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    166,440 miles
    Test number
    610651814107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass158,949 miles (+9,026)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    158,949 miles
    Test number
    583422498076
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass149,923 miles (+4,161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    149,923 miles
    Test number
    378861485475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass145,762 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,762 miles
    Test number
    950951208841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail145,761 miles (+2,006)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,761 miles
    Test number
    294653582013
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass143,755 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,755 miles
    Test number
    349861843549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper inner arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper inner arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail143,713 miles (+2,990)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,713 miles
    Test number
    678030362979
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring on showing low tyre pressures
  8. Pass140,723 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    140,723 miles
    Test number
    774580838181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Fail140,723 miles (+8,846)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,723 miles
    Test number
    517533102254
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass131,877 miles (+13,212)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    131,877 miles
    Test number
    123447560945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,665 miles (+14,356)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,665 miles
    Test number
    379628583582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn bold on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front lower susp arms/inner bushes deteriorated [no excessive movement]
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear brake pipes corroded
  12. Pass104,309 miles (+13,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,309 miles
    Test number
    982189251171
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' n/s and o/s (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass90,838 miles (+14,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,838 miles
    Test number
    254117990172
    • AdvisoryStone chip on front screen [ repaired]
  14. Pass76,605 miles (+11,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,605 miles
    Test number
    427885435134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass64,663 miles (+12,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,663 miles
    Test number
    776682034146
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass52,121 miles (+12,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,121 miles
    Test number
    496744033147
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass39,821 miles (+9,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,821 miles
    Test number
    205739422141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass30,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,664 miles
    Test number
    507550941192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L38 JAW

Does L38 JAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L38 JAW is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L38 JAW?
The MOT on L38 JAW 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 L38 JAW done?
L38 JAW was recorded at 166,440 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 9,275 miles a year.
Has L38 JAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L38 JAW has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on L38 JAW 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 L38 JAW find?
L38 JAW passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front wheel bearing has slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.

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