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Lexus IS250

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 2,500 cc

L3 XFUMOT history

L3 XFU is a black petrol Lexus IS250 first used on 17 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 75,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

L3 XFU black Lexus IS250 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS250, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
75,087 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 XFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS250
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 XFU was last recorded at 75,087 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 84 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,003 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
84 miles
Average per year
5,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,087 miles
  • 2025 – 63,324 miles
  • 2024 – 56,055 miles
  • 2023 – 54,251 miles
  • 2021 – 52,043 miles
  • 2020 – 47,457 miles
  • 2019 – 42,769 miles
  • 2018 – 35,323 miles
  • 2017 – 29,210 miles
  • 2016 – 26,897 miles
  • 2015 – 23,497 miles
  • 2014 – 18,705 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,087 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,087 miles (+84)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    75,087 miles
    Test number
    654289248310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Fail75,003 miles (+11,679)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,003 miles
    Test number
    178820692252
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative rear is broken link (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass63,324 miles (+7,269)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,324 miles
    Test number
    658235915969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,055 miles (+1,804)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    56,055 miles
    Test number
    390058685336
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn/lipped
    • AdvisorySeveral areas of corrosion on front suspension components

  5. Pass54,251 miles (+2,208)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    54,251 miles
    Test number
    755117809908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,043 miles (+4,586)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    52,043 miles
    Test number
    171223227197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass47,457 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    47,457 miles
    Test number
    185719329049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail47,445 miles (+4,676)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,445 miles
    Test number
    649989335260
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass42,769 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    374054457902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail42,768 miles (+7,445)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,768 miles
    Test number
    622490417450
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass35,323 miles (+6,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    35,323 miles
    Test number
    744983966695
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  12. Pass29,210 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    29,210 miles
    Test number
    583730852777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,897 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    26,897 miles
    Test number
    195951092629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,497 miles (+4,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,497 miles
    Test number
    372349277141
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking/perishing.

  15. Pass18,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    18,705 miles
    Test number
    358877534381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 XFU

Does L3 XFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 XFU is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 XFU?
The MOT on L3 XFU is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 XFU done?
L3 XFU was recorded at 75,087 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 5,020 miles a year.
Has L3 XFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 XFU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 XFU 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 XFU find?
L3 XFU passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; undertrays fitted.

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