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Lexus GS300

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,997 cc

L3 KSUMOT history

L3 KSU is a black petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 30 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 176,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
176,257 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 KSU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 KSU was last recorded at 176,257 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 6,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,701 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,556 miles
Average per year
7,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,257 miles
  • 2025 – 169,701 miles
  • 2024 – 163,563 miles
  • 2022 – 150,888 miles
  • 2021 – 140,182 miles
  • 2020 – 134,179 miles
  • 2019 – 131,524 miles
  • 2018 – 121,811 miles
  • 2017 – 111,203 miles
  • 2013 – 110,851 miles
  • 2012 – 103,959 miles
  • 2011 – 96,017 miles
  • 2010 – 83,185 miles
  • 2009 – 71,228 miles
  • 2008 – 62,219 miles
  • 2007 – 50,747 miles
  • 2006 – 32,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,257 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • All exhaust slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,257 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    176,257 miles
    Test number
    911426052228
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail176,257 miles (+6,556)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,257 miles
    Test number
    269524611145
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass169,701 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    169,701 miles
    Test number
    313747857858
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail169,701 miles (+6,138)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,701 miles
    Test number
    711864785003
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass163,563 miles (+12,675)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    163,563 miles
    Test number
    985134846848
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil OSR & NSF (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass150,888 miles (+10,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,888 miles
    Test number
    521829932616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass140,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,182 miles
    Test number
    977340492458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail140,182 miles (+6,003)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,182 miles
    Test number
    180599331832
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

  9. Pass134,179 miles (+2,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,179 miles
    Test number
    432146994688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass131,524 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    131,524 miles
    Test number
    264512070768
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChild seat

  11. Fail131,524 miles (+9,713)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,524 miles
    Test number
    714051702256
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChild seat

  12. Pass121,811 miles (+10,608)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,811 miles
    Test number
    325588455001
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass111,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    111,203 miles
    Test number
    953851514902
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust slightly corroded

  14. Fail111,203 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,203 miles
    Test number
    264207101575
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust slightly corroded

  15. Fail111,203 miles (+352)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,203 miles
    Test number
    534048987569
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust slightly corroded

  16. Pass110,851 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    110,851 miles
    Test number
    565952853358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail110,848 miles (+6,889)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,848 miles
    Test number
    685830253325
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine light on

  18. Pass103,959 miles (+7,942)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    103,959 miles
    Test number
    698266342327
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEML on

  19. Pass96,017 miles (+12,832)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    96,017 miles
    Test number
    815490941319
    • NoteCould not see the front brake pads
    • NoteCould not see the rear brake pads
    • NoteEngine management light is on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm of tread left
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3mm of tread left

  20. Pass83,185 miles (+11,957)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    83,185 miles
    Test number
    924832140300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,228 miles (+9,009)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    71,228 miles
    Test number
    102347169278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,219 miles (+11,472)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    62,219 miles
    Test number
    304426558401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,747 miles (+18,502)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,747 miles
    Test number
    580787957224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    32,245 miles
    Test number
    272152326208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 KSU

Does L3 KSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 KSU is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 KSU?
The MOT on L3 KSU is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 KSU done?
L3 KSU was recorded at 176,257 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 7,196 miles a year.
Has L3 KSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 KSU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 KSU 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 L3 KSU find?
L3 KSU passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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