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Lexus RX300

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,995 cc

LS05 SMXMOT history

LS05 SMX is a grey petrol Lexus RX300 first used on 28 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 147,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2026
Mileage
147,773 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 SMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
RX300
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 SMX was last recorded at 147,773 miles on 7 May 2025, 7,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,277 miles · 26 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7,496 miles
Average per year
7,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,773 miles
  • 2024 – 140,277 miles
  • 2023 – 133,380 miles
  • 2021 – 120,121 miles
  • 2020 – 110,540 miles
  • 2019 – 95,243 miles
  • 2018 – 87,542 miles
  • 2017 – 74,909 miles
  • 2016 – 67,992 miles
  • 2014 – 51,316 miles
  • 2013 – 41,610 miles
  • 2012 – 35,794 miles
  • 2011 – 32,538 miles
  • 2010 – 30,176 miles
  • 2009 – 27,682 miles
  • 2008 – 25,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,773 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,773 miles (+7,496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    147,773 miles
    Test number
    758206201629
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,277 miles (+6,897)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    140,277 miles
    Test number
    161830964026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass133,380 miles (+493)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    133,380 miles
    Test number
    188862217579
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,887 miles (+12,766)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,887 miles
    Test number
    769871232346
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass120,121 miles (+9,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,121 miles
    Test number
    405083731320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,540 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,540 miles
    Test number
    330808215699
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Fail110,484 miles (+15,241)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,484 miles
    Test number
    299568101249
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass95,243 miles (+7,701)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,243 miles
    Test number
    508784649971
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass87,542 miles (+12,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,542 miles
    Test number
    537382835552
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass74,909 miles (+6,917)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,909 miles
    Test number
    206899294522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,992 miles (+16,676)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,992 miles
    Test number
    944870467498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,316 miles (+9,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,316 miles
    Test number
    228952844495
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass41,610 miles (+5,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,610 miles
    Test number
    839741433187
    • NoteBoth front tyres are deteriorated

  14. Pass35,794 miles (+3,256)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,794 miles
    Test number
    236937832416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass32,538 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,538 miles
    Test number
    238585641136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail32,538 miles (+2,362)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,538 miles
    Test number
    736795341177
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass30,176 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    30,176 miles
    Test number
    262268440101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,682 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,682 miles
    Test number
    311288729115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,122 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,122 miles
    Test number
    800703028138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,120 miles
    Test number
    892138108127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 SMX

Does LS05 SMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 SMX expired on 6 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 SMX?
The MOT on LS05 SMX expired on 6 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 SMX done?
LS05 SMX was recorded at 147,773 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 7,192 miles a year.
Has LS05 SMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 SMX has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS05 SMX 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 SMX find?
LS05 SMX passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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