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Lexus LS400

White · Petrol · 1996 · 3,969 cc

L40 OMRMOT history

L40 OMR is a white petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 7 May 1996. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
114,788 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 OMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS400
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
7 May 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 OMR was last recorded at 114,788 miles on 1 May 2025, 1,980 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,808 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,980 miles
Average per year
3,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,788 miles
  • 2024 – 112,808 miles
  • 2023 – 106,331 miles
  • 2021 – 105,470 miles
  • 2020 – 105,449 miles
  • 2019 – 103,999 miles
  • 2018 – 102,891 miles
  • 2017 – 101,774 miles
  • 2016 – 100,628 miles
  • 2015 – 97,689 miles
  • 2014 – 95,674 miles
  • 2013 – 91,476 miles
  • 2012 – 82,169 miles
  • 2011 – 77,293 miles
  • 2010 – 72,905 miles
  • 2009 – 68,502 miles
  • 2008 – 63,569 miles
  • 2007 – 58,433 miles
  • 2006 – 53,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,788 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Small rust on both rear discs

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear pad 3mm left

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Small blow on both front cat joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Small marks in front screen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm left /inner pads not seen (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,788 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,788 miles
    Test number
    206064261546
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail114,788 miles (+1,980)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,788 miles
    Test number
    929936154158
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    112,808 miles
    Test number
    564418276409
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail112,808 miles (+6,477)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,808 miles
    Test number
    162398844889
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass106,331 miles (+861)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,331 miles
    Test number
    951928463423
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass105,470 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,470 miles
    Test number
    891287728077
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame rusting
    • AdvisorySmall rust both rear brake pipes

  7. Pass105,449 miles (+1,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,449 miles
    Test number
    569485806607
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test SAT/NAV removed from windscreen

  8. Pass103,999 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,999 miles
    Test number
    685137805449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,891 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,891 miles
    Test number
    375516228278
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear pad 3mm left
    • AdvisorySmall blow on both front cat joints
    • AdvisorySmall marks in front screen
    • AdvisorySmall rust on both rear discs

  10. Fail102,880 miles (+1,106)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,880 miles
    Test number
    636563529146
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear pad 3mm left
    • AdvisorySmall blow on both front cat joints
    • AdvisorySmall marks in front screen
    • AdvisorySmall rust on both rear discs

  11. Pass101,774 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,774 miles
    Test number
    183858501618
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm left /inner pads not seen (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on
    • AdvisorySmall blow on both exhaust cat joints
    • AdvisorySmall mark in front screen
    • AdvisorySmall rust on both rear discs

  12. Fail101,761 miles (+1,133)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,761 miles
    Test number
    482186232534
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm left /inner pads not seen (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on
    • AdvisorySmall blow on both exhaust cat joints
    • AdvisorySmall mark in front screen
    • AdvisorySmall rust on both rear discs

  13. Pass100,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,628 miles
    Test number
    913632517072
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is staying on
    • AdvisoryItem removed from windscreen for mot test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad worn to 3mm (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail100,628 miles (+2,939)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,628 miles
    Test number
    155923968345
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm remains (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm remains (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light is staying on
    • AdvisoryItem removed from windscreen for mot test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Brake pad worn to 3mm (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass97,689 miles (+2,015)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,689 miles
    Test number
    285491165106
    • NoteBrake pad lining warning light on front pads 80% rear pads 50% left
    • NoteNear side front tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn close to limit on inner edge tread 5mm
    • NoteSlight twist on near side rear brake hose
    • NoteSmall blow on both exhaust cats /rear joints
    • NoteSmall mark in front screen

  16. Pass95,674 miles (+14)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,674 miles
    Test number
    767864684170
    • NoteBoth front tyres out of shape
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on /front pads 80% left rear pads 50% left / inner pads not seen
    • NoteSmall marks in front screen
    • NoteSmall twist near side rear brake hose

  17. Fail95,660 miles (+4,184)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,660 miles
    Test number
    948951374121
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres out of shape
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on /front pads 80% left rear pads 50% left / inner pads not seen
    • NoteSmall marks in front screen
    • NoteSmall twist near side rear brake hose

  18. Pass91,476 miles (+9,307)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,476 miles
    Test number
    716846773160
    • NoteBrake pad liining warning light on pads 80% left all round
    • NoteNear side rear tyre getting low 3mm
    • NoteSmall twist in near side rear brake hose

  19. Pass82,169 miles (+4,876)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,169 miles
    Test number
    488173382066
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSmall marks in front screen

  20. Fail77,293 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,293 miles
    Test number
    447595391087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSmall marks in front screen

  21. Pass77,293 miles (+4,388)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    77,293 miles
    Test number
    975525791028
    • NoteSmall marks in front screen

  22. Pass72,905 miles (+61)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,905 miles
    Test number
    280043380406
    • NoteSmall damage to front screen

  23. Fail72,844 miles (+4,342)4 dangerous5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,844 miles
    Test number
    252865570190
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass68,502 miles (+4,933)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    68,502 miles
    Test number
    412860579141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCan not see all inner brake pads
    • NotePad warning light on

  25. Pass63,569 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    63,569 miles
    Test number
    924487578129
    • NoteFront blades poor
    • NoteFront pads 5to6mm
    • NoteOffside front tyre 3to4mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3to4mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteRear pads 4to5mm
    • NoteSlight noise from near side front suspension no excessive play found
    • NoteSmall chips/marks in front screen

  26. Fail63,569 miles (+5,136)1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,569 miles
    Test number
    550847278121
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyre 3to4mm
    • NoteFront blades poor
    • NoteFront pads 5to6mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre 3to4mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteRear pads 4to5mm
    • NoteSlight noise from near side front suspension no excessive play found
    • NoteSmall chips/marks in front screen

  27. Pass58,433 miles (+5,218)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,433 miles
    Test number
    812244867183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    53,215 miles
    Test number
    834081986146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 OMR

Does L40 OMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 OMR expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 OMR?
The MOT on L40 OMR expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 OMR done?
L40 OMR was recorded at 114,788 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 3,269 miles a year.
Has L40 OMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 OMR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 OMR 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 L40 OMR find?
L40 OMR passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear exhaust mounting defective, and 1 more.

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