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Lexus GS300

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,995 cc

LS05 SLZMOT history

LS05 SLZ is a black petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 23 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 188,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
188,532 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 SLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 SLZ was last recorded at 188,532 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 6,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,091 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,441 miles
Average per year
8,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,532 miles
  • 2025 – 182,091 miles
  • 2024 – 176,735 miles
  • 2022 – 164,129 miles
  • 2021 – 154,732 miles
  • 2019 – 140,717 miles
  • 2018 – 131,692 miles
  • 2017 – 123,805 miles
  • 2016 – 114,651 miles
  • 2015 – 106,488 miles
  • 2014 – 99,079 miles
  • 2013 – 89,339 miles
  • 2012 – 79,639 miles
  • 2011 – 68,822 miles
  • 2010 – 55,865 miles
  • 2009 – 43,761 miles
  • 2008 – 34,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,532 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,532 miles (+6,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    188,532 miles
    Test number
    397059111402
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  2. Pass182,091 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    182,091 miles
    Test number
    925143759223
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  3. Fail182,087 miles (+5,352)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,087 miles
    Test number
    864132077697
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass176,735 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    176,735 miles
    Test number
    517288842717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail176,728 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,728 miles
    Test number
    985035436197
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    240281947784
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass164,129 miles (+9,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    164,129 miles
    Test number
    151634315616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass154,732 miles (+14,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,732 miles
    Test number
    443844791132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass140,717 miles (+9,025)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,717 miles
    Test number
    144232278351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass131,692 miles (+7,887)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    131,692 miles
    Test number
    877438249299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,805 miles (+9,154)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,805 miles
    Test number
    447398493911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,651 miles (+8,163)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,651 miles
    Test number
    250678963134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,488 miles (+7,409)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,488 miles
    Test number
    258775475404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass99,079 miles (+9,740)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    99,079 miles
    Test number
    756657774147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,339 miles (+9,700)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,339 miles
    Test number
    256213243169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    79,639 miles
    Test number
    325407132128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,639 miles (+10,817)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,639 miles
    Test number
    685007132129
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass68,822 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,822 miles
    Test number
    818416341118
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres inside tyre wear.
    • NoteCovers fitted to vehicle.
    • NoteCuts to all tyres.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on the limit.

  19. Fail68,822 miles (+12,957)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,822 miles
    Test number
    258275141175
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres inside tyre wear.
    • NoteCovers fitted to vehicle.
    • NoteCuts to all tyres.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on the limit.

  20. Pass55,865 miles (+12,104)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    204826240484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,761 miles (+9,178)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,761 miles
    Test number
    382272549123
    • NoteLow reserve distance of parking brake pedal

  22. Pass34,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,583 miles
    Test number
    752216538140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 SLZ

Does LS05 SLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 SLZ is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 SLZ?
The MOT on LS05 SLZ is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 SLZ done?
LS05 SLZ was recorded at 188,532 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 8,600 miles a year.
Has LS05 SLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 SLZ has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS05 SLZ 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 LS05 SLZ find?
LS05 SLZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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