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Lexus IS200

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

LB51 BUEMOT history

LB51 BUE is a silver petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 14 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 67,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
67,568 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 BUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 BUE was last recorded at 67,568 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 2,399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,169 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,399 miles
Average per year
2,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,568 miles
  • 2024 – 65,169 miles
  • 2023 – 61,859 miles
  • 2022 – 58,923 miles
  • 2021 – 54,934 miles
  • 2020 – 51,910 miles
  • 2019 – 48,707 miles
  • 2018 – 43,839 miles
  • 2017 – 42,517 miles
  • 2016 – 40,573 miles
  • 2015 – 38,529 miles
  • 2014 – 36,499 miles
  • 2013 – 32,748 miles
  • 2012 – 30,596 miles
  • 2011 – 28,486 miles
  • 2010 – 26,391 miles
  • 2009 – 24,451 miles
  • 2008 – 22,685 miles
  • 2007 – 20,299 miles
  • 2006 – 18,125 miles
  • 2005 – 14,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,568 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Offside and nearside slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear leading to flexible brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside inner sills (covers also present) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear lower and upper suspension arms, shock absorbers and tie rods (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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,568 miles (+2,399)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    67,568 miles
    Test number
    198463018019
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Offside and nearside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Offside and nearside slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside rear leading to flexible brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside inner sills (covers also present) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear lower and upper suspension arms, shock absorbers and tie rods (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass65,169 miles (+3,310)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    743354228954
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material leading to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill just outside of a prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside rear lower and upper suspension arms, shock absorbers and tie rods (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside inner sills (covers also fitted) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass61,859 miles (+2,936)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    61,859 miles
    Test number
    541961218805
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill just outside prescribed mounting areas. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass58,923 miles (+3,989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    924050259217
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Offside and nearside and worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass54,934 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    866713431324
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components. None appears excessive

  6. Fail54,934 miles (+3,024)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    977863708533
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front and rear suspension components. None appears excessive

  7. Pass51,910 miles (+3,203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    51,910 miles
    Test number
    839664851871
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing front and rear slightly corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight imbalance from rear brake application

  8. Pass48,707 miles (+4,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    48,707 miles
    Test number
    906962754758
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass43,839 miles (+1,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    43,839 miles
    Test number
    284119068344
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Offside and nearside front (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass42,517 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    42,517 miles
    Test number
    544187783313
    • AdvisorySlight bind by hand from front wheels
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps not working

  11. Fail42,517 miles (+1,944)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,517 miles
    Test number
    852609087274
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySlight bind by hand from front wheels
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps not working

  12. Pass40,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    40,573 miles
    Test number
    160710554034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail40,573 miles (+2,044)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,573 miles
    Test number
    692148882473
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass38,529 miles (+2,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    38,529 miles
    Test number
    381867745900
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass36,499 miles (+3,751)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    36,499 miles
    Test number
    179561234354
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail32,748 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,748 miles
    Test number
    405978433429
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  17. Pass32,748 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    32,748 miles
    Test number
    875938033363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  18. Fail32,731 miles (+2,135)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,731 miles
    Test number
    908288433311
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  19. Pass30,596 miles (+2,110)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,596 miles
    Test number
    437361342368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking in treads

  20. Pass28,486 miles (+2,095)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    28,486 miles
    Test number
    135049531353
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • NotePoor visual access to rear brake pads

  21. Pass26,391 miles (+12)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,391 miles
    Test number
    282588420357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge. offside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge. nearside rear tyre slightly damaged.

  22. Fail26,379 miles (+1,928)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,379 miles
    Test number
    543416920349
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge. offside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge. nearside rear tyre slightly damaged.

  23. Pass24,451 miles (+1,766)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,451 miles
    Test number
    193614419394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge. nearside rear tyre slightly damaged.

  24. Pass22,685 miles (+2,386)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,685 miles
    Test number
    790918418339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge. nearside rear tyre slightly damaged.

  25. Pass20,299 miles (+2,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,299 miles
    Test number
    154343537320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass18,125 miles (+3,156)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,125 miles
    Test number
    971555826367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    14,969 miles
    Test number
    882628615367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 BUE

Does LB51 BUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 BUE is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 BUE?
The MOT on LB51 BUE is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 BUE done?
LB51 BUE was recorded at 67,568 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 2,623 miles a year.
Has LB51 BUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 BUE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB51 BUE 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 LB51 BUE find?
LB51 BUE passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 10 advisories: front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play offside and nearside; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil offside and nearside; front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing offside and nearside slightly corroded, and 7 more.

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