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Lexus GS300

Bronze · Petrol · 1999 · 2,997 cc

L55 SEPMOT history

L55 SEP is a bronze petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 25 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,417 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
90,417 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 SEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 SEP was last recorded at 90,417 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 1,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,069 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,348 miles
Average per year
2,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,417 miles
  • 2025 – 89,069 miles
  • 2024 – 87,140 miles
  • 2023 – 84,924 miles
  • 2022 – 82,700 miles
  • 2021 – 81,009 miles
  • 2020 – 80,036 miles
  • 2019 – 78,269 miles
  • 2018 – 75,350 miles
  • 2017 – 72,493 miles
  • 2016 – 69,922 miles
  • 2015 – 65,379 miles
  • 2014 – 62,402 miles
  • 2013 – 59,097 miles
  • 2012 – 55,971 miles
  • 2011 – 53,316 miles
  • 2010 – 50,433 miles
  • 2009 – 47,544 miles
  • 2008 – 44,548 miles
  • 2007 – 41,704 miles
  • 2006 – 38,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,417 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,417 miles (+1,348)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    90,417 miles
    Test number
    768390662494
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,069 miles (+1,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    89,069 miles
    Test number
    371477120569
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass87,140 miles (+2,216)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,140 miles
    Test number
    920898050986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass84,924 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,924 miles
    Test number
    455218211885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,700 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,700 miles
    Test number
    195702257327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,009 miles (+973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,009 miles
    Test number
    595622226829
    • 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. Pass80,036 miles (+1,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,036 miles
    Test number
    794176524922
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts slow to return

  8. Pass78,269 miles (+2,919)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,269 miles
    Test number
    466363005634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,350 miles (+2,857)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,350 miles
    Test number
    601303301948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,493 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,493 miles
    Test number
    653805122932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,922 miles
    Test number
    826035575612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,921 miles (+4,542)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    189590484426
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass65,379 miles (+2,977)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,379 miles
    Test number
    254099543980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,402 miles (+3,305)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,402 miles
    Test number
    459474054253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,097 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    59,097 miles
    Test number
    326406853218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,971 miles (+2,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,971 miles
    Test number
    435349142296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass53,316 miles (+2,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,316 miles
    Test number
    767070451274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass50,433 miles (+2,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,433 miles
    Test number
    970018450202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass47,544 miles (+2,996)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,544 miles
    Test number
    193654759234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,548 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,548 miles
    Test number
    402892168244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    41,704 miles
    Test number
    684702067239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,704 miles (+2,961)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,704 miles
    Test number
    361031567411
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass38,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    38,743 miles
    Test number
    574791356245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 SEP

Does L55 SEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 SEP is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 SEP?
The MOT on L55 SEP is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 SEP done?
L55 SEP was recorded at 90,417 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 2,583 miles a year.
Has L55 SEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 SEP has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on L55 SEP 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 L55 SEP find?
L55 SEP passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 2 more.

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