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Lexus IS250

White · Petrol · 2005 · 2,499 cc

L4 XUEMOT history

L4 XUE is a white petrol Lexus IS250 first used on 29 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 73,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

L4 XUE white Lexus IS250 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS250, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
73,465 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 XUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS250
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 XUE was last recorded at 73,465 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,984 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
481 miles
Average per year
3,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,465 miles
  • 2025 – 72,984 miles
  • 2024 – 72,417 miles
  • 2023 – 70,003 miles
  • 2022 – 67,734 miles
  • 2021 – 66,793 miles
  • 2020 – 66,363 miles
  • 2018 – 64,828 miles
  • 2017 – 62,226 miles
  • 2016 – 59,451 miles
  • 2015 – 56,653 miles
  • 2014 – 54,422 miles
  • 2013 – 51,502 miles
  • 2010 – 50,140 miles
  • 2009 – 40,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,465 miles
  • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSSION ON SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,465 miles (+481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    73,465 miles
    Test number
    919632071033
    • AdvisorySURFACE CORROSSION ON SUSPENSION COMPONENTS
  2. Pass72,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    72,984 miles
    Test number
    212952387270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail72,984 miles (+567)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,984 miles
    Test number
    454358025569
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass72,417 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,417 miles
    Test number
    814207381059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,003 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,003 miles
    Test number
    306237325948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,734 miles (+941)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,734 miles
    Test number
    522713264260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,793 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    66,793 miles
    Test number
    926514156038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail66,767 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,767 miles
    Test number
    445061857378
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail66,767 miles (+404)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,767 miles
    Test number
    757387358072
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass66,363 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,363 miles
    Test number
    773016056162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,828 miles (+2,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,828 miles
    Test number
    325408527589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass62,226 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    62,226 miles
    Test number
    457865843156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,451 miles (+2,798)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,451 miles
    Test number
    430794242708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,653 miles (+2,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,653 miles
    Test number
    807976422155
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper smearing slightly
  15. Pass54,422 miles (+10)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,422 miles
    Test number
    469152264267
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake discs corroded (vehicle been stood)
    • NoteUnderpan damaged
  16. Fail54,412 miles (+2,910)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,412 miles
    Test number
    607371344290
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCorrosion on brake discs due to been stood
    • NoteUnder pan damaged and insecure
  17. Pass51,502 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,502 miles
    Test number
    249670633170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,140 miles (+9,473)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    50,140 miles
    Test number
    102483760386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,667 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,667 miles
    Test number
    400767259343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail40,667 miles (+20,829)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,667 miles
    Test number
    270487559359
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass19,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,838 miles
    Test number
    843733809007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 XUE

Does L4 XUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 XUE is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 XUE?
The MOT on L4 XUE is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 XUE done?
L4 XUE was recorded at 73,465 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 3,042 miles a year.
Has L4 XUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 XUE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 XUE 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 L4 XUE find?
L4 XUE passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrossion on suspension components.

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