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Lexus IS200

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LM03 PLNMOT history

LM03 PLN is a red petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 206,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2023.

LM03 PLN red Lexus IS200 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS200, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2022
Mileage
206,765 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 PLN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM03 PLN was last recorded at 206,765 miles on 17 Jun 2023, 7,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,960 miles · 9 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,805 miles
Average per year
8,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 206,765 miles
  • 2021 – 198,960 miles
  • 2019 – 178,974 miles
  • 2018 – 171,860 miles
  • 2017 – 164,644 miles
  • 2016 – 158,028 miles
  • 2015 – 151,686 miles
  • 2014 – 145,428 miles
  • 2013 – 138,435 miles
  • 2012 – 132,240 miles
  • 2011 – 125,012 miles
  • 2010 – 116,581 miles
  • 2009 – 105,933 miles
  • 2008 – 87,117 miles
  • 2007 – 72,100 miles
  • 2006 – 61,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail206,765 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Under body corroded

What MOT failures 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiter seeping grease

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail206,765 miles (+7,805)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,765 miles
    Test number
    656966347017
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Under body corroded

  2. Pass198,960 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    198,960 miles
    Test number
    124238656940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail198,950 miles (+19,976)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,950 miles
    Test number
    540445409553
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass178,974 miles2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    178,974 miles
    Test number
    854748181149
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail178,974 miles (+7,114)1 dangerous2 major2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,974 miles
    Test number
    946060161261
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass171,860 miles (+7,216)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    171,860 miles
    Test number
    407827167534
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming to rear underside of vehicle near suspension mounts
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming to subframes

  7. Pass164,644 miles (+6,616)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    164,644 miles
    Test number
    916676642111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiter seeping grease
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear floor sections corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension rubbers deteriorated

  8. Pass158,028 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    158,028 miles
    Test number
    746693617636
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryDeep cuts in rear tyres
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiter seeping grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  9. Fail158,009 miles (+6,323)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,009 miles
    Test number
    537167294730
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven 39% (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryDeep cuts in rear tyres
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads appear to be wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower suspension arm ball joint gaiter seeping grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  10. Pass151,686 miles (+6,258)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    151,686 miles
    Test number
    220783227557
    • AdvisoryBlow from centre exhaust section
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes age cracking and splitting n/s/ close to limit
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres age cracking
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on edges

  11. Fail145,428 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,428 miles
    Test number
    245513474267
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges and age cracking
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront and rear suspension rubbers age cracking

  12. Pass145,428 miles (+6,993)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    145,428 miles
    Test number
    436433574252
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges and age cracking
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront and rear suspension rubbers age cracking

  13. Pass138,435 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    138,435 miles
    Test number
    649007163231
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail138,435 miles (+6,195)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,435 miles
    Test number
    639827063288
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (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)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass132,240 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    132,240 miles
    Test number
    136304762242
    • AdvisoryInner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  16. Fail132,240 miles (+7,228)1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,240 miles
    Test number
    625274762234
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  17. Pass125,012 miles (+10)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    125,012 miles
    Test number
    945323261236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAlthough the service brake minimum standard has been exceeded, the n/s rear service brake reading is nearly half of the o/s.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.

  18. Fail125,002 miles (+8,421)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,002 miles
    Test number
    327759051294
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAlthough the service brake minimum standard has been exceeded, the n/s rear service brake reading is nearly half of the o/s.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.

  19. Pass116,581 miles (+10,648)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    116,581 miles
    Test number
    351322470429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass105,933 miles (+18,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    105,933 miles
    Test number
    910342479274
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass87,117 miles (+15,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    87,117 miles
    Test number
    321987808271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass72,100 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    152893517270
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing in outer edge

  23. Fail72,100 miles (+10,990)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,100 miles
    Test number
    360883317401
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing in outer edge

  24. Pass61,110 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    503892326297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,292 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    59,292 miles
    Test number
    762041436160
    • NoteDrivers door trip sticking out.

Questions about LM03 PLN

Does LM03 PLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 PLN expired on 8 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 PLN?
The MOT on LM03 PLN expired on 8 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 PLN done?
LM03 PLN was recorded at 206,765 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2023, an average of 8,624 miles a year.
Has LM03 PLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 PLN has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 PLN 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 LM03 PLN find?
LM03 PLN failed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front wheel bearing rough when rotated; offside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 3 more.

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