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Lexus IS250

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,499 cc

L7 XDSMOT history

L7 XDS is a blue petrol Lexus IS250 first used on 29 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 175,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

L7 XDS blue Lexus IS250 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS250, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
175,436 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 XDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS250
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 XDS was last recorded at 175,436 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 4,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,478 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,958 miles
Average per year
7,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,436 miles
  • 2025 – 170,478 miles
  • 2024 – 167,015 miles
  • 2023 – 163,205 miles
  • 2022 – 158,361 miles
  • 2021 – 151,581 miles
  • 2020 – 143,111 miles
  • 2019 – 135,833 miles
  • 2018 – 128,248 miles
  • 2017 – 120,133 miles
  • 2016 – 112,132 miles
  • 2015 – 100,669 miles
  • 2014 – 88,385 miles
  • 2013 – 80,909 miles
  • 2012 – 71,724 miles
  • 2011 – 68,076 miles
  • 2010 – 59,465 miles
  • 2008 – 50,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,436 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,436 miles (+4,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    175,436 miles
    Test number
    301400897237
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass170,478 miles (+3,463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    170,478 miles
    Test number
    841681344010
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass167,015 miles (+3,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    167,015 miles
    Test number
    148910327593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass163,205 miles (+4,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    163,205 miles
    Test number
    785353699805
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass158,361 miles (+6,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    158,361 miles
    Test number
    586478856553
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass151,581 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,581 miles
    Test number
    599857505883
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail151,503 miles (+8,392)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,503 miles
    Test number
    657395316768
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass143,111 miles (+7,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,111 miles
    Test number
    232099093238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass135,833 miles (+7,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    135,833 miles
    Test number
    446522041352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass128,248 miles (+8,115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    128,248 miles
    Test number
    980315723228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also has nail in tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Gearbox extension housing.

  11. Pass120,133 miles (+8,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    120,133 miles
    Test number
    289599043531
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres split on the inner edges but ply or cords not showing

  12. Pass112,132 miles (+11,463)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    112,132 miles
    Test number
    599895160273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,669 miles (+12,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    100,669 miles
    Test number
    888012725058
    • 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)

  14. Fail88,385 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,385 miles
    Test number
    376708514065
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

  15. Pass88,385 miles (+7,476)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    88,385 miles
    Test number
    746448414055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,909 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,909 miles
    Test number
    136959413090
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

  17. Pass80,909 miles (+9,185)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,909 miles
    Test number
    326809413086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,724 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,724 miles
    Test number
    579910632075
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f wiper split but clearing screen

  19. Fail71,724 miles (+3,648)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,724 miles
    Test number
    845290232038
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f wiper split but clearing screen

  20. Pass68,076 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    68,076 miles
    Test number
    187592481403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail68,076 miles (+8,611)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,076 miles
    Test number
    768922781042
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass59,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    134507800024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,465 miles (+8,467)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    932627400052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

  24. Pass50,998 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,998 miles
    Test number
    402703138394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,702 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,702 miles
    Test number
    291277928357
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about L7 XDS

Does L7 XDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 XDS is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 XDS?
The MOT on L7 XDS is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 XDS done?
L7 XDS was recorded at 175,436 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 7,278 miles a year.
Has L7 XDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 XDS has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on L7 XDS 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 L7 XDS find?
L7 XDS passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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