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Lexus IS300

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,997 cc

LL53 AAEMOT history

LL53 AAE is a silver petrol Lexus IS300 first used on 15 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 198,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
198,268 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 AAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 AAE was last recorded at 198,268 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 5,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,198 miles · 1 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
5,070 miles
Average per year
9,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,268 miles
  • 2024 – 193,198 miles
  • 2023 – 182,877 miles
  • 2022 – 173,823 miles
  • 2021 – 168,829 miles
  • 2020 – 156,343 miles
  • 2019 – 141,775 miles
  • 2018 – 122,912 miles
  • 2017 – 103,747 miles
  • 2016 – 87,249 miles
  • 2015 – 71,637 miles
  • 2014 – 67,540 miles
  • 2013 – 62,849 miles
  • 2012 – 56,804 miles
  • 2011 – 53,129 miles
  • 2010 – 45,487 miles
  • 2009 – 36,166 miles
  • 2008 – 31,046 miles
  • 2007 – 22,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,268 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill pannel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill pannel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,268 miles (+5,070)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    198,268 miles
    Test number
    696751694065
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill pannel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill pannel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass193,198 miles (+10,321)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    193,198 miles
    Test number
    441209309529
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  3. Pass182,877 miles (+165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    182,877 miles
    Test number
    900010281397
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroding

  4. Fail182,712 miles (+8,889)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,712 miles
    Test number
    215621963038
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative rear sensor defective (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative rear sensor wiring broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps n/s and o/s (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills are corroding

  5. Pass173,823 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    173,823 miles
    Test number
    990807331228
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail173,821 miles (+4,992)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,821 miles
    Test number
    393166918327
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass168,829 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    168,829 miles
    Test number
    780132766299
    • AdvisoryHead light lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail168,829 miles (+12,486)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,829 miles
    Test number
    531626934847
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Rear leveling switch broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Hole to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead light lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass156,343 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    156,343 miles
    Test number
    799133625535
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail156,343 miles (+14,568)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,343 miles
    Test number
    161279666408
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass141,775 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,775 miles
    Test number
    178997289512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail141,747 miles (+18,835)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,747 miles
    Test number
    101933226977
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass122,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,912 miles
    Test number
    371534511994
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail122,911 miles (+19,164)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,911 miles
    Test number
    543626245041
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass103,747 miles (+16,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,747 miles
    Test number
    478385390517
    • AdvisoryOffside front side light dim
    • AdvisoryRear inner sills corroded

  16. Pass87,249 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    87,249 miles
    Test number
    516115883035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,247 miles (+15,610)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,247 miles
    Test number
    138060232506
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass71,637 miles (+4,097)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,637 miles
    Test number
    296444285004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,540 miles (+4,691)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,540 miles
    Test number
    378668874119
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass62,849 miles (+6,045)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,849 miles
    Test number
    835995683091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteMinor chips in windscreen
    • NoteN/s steering rack gaiter damp
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has damage to the outside wall
    • NoteRusty exhaust
    • NoteSteering rack has movement in its mountings

  21. Pass56,804 miles (+3,675)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,804 miles
    Test number
    719766672025
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front brake lightly binding

  22. Pass53,129 miles (+7,642)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,129 miles
    Test number
    776314291064
    • NoteAll Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass45,487 miles (+9,321)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,487 miles
    Test number
    144977590019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside wing mirror glass slightly deteriorated

  24. Pass36,166 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,166 miles
    Test number
    584447679060
    • NoteSlight deterioration to O/S mirror

  25. Fail36,159 miles (+5,113)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,159 miles
    Test number
    614952779024
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight deterioration to O/S mirror

  26. Pass31,046 miles (+8,342)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    31,046 miles
    Test number
    942974048018
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyre treads wearing low on edges
    • NoteUnable to inspect under side of vehicle,covered by plastic sheilds

  27. Pass22,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,704 miles
    Test number
    844242917058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 AAE

Does LL53 AAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 AAE is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 AAE?
The MOT on LL53 AAE is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 AAE done?
LL53 AAE was recorded at 198,268 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 9,252 miles a year.
Has LL53 AAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 AAE has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LL53 AAE 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 LL53 AAE find?
LL53 AAE passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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