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Lexus IS200

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LS53 LXBMOT history

LS53 LXB is a blue petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 5 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2024.

LS53 LXB blue 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 2025
Mileage
116,800 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 LXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 LXB was last recorded at 116,800 miles on 2 Feb 2024, 3,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2015: 1,500 miles, lower than 76,976 miles on 24 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,015 miles · 9 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
3,785 miles
Average per year
4,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,800 miles
  • 2023 – 113,015 miles
  • 2022 – 109,097 miles
  • 2021 – 105,057 miles
  • 2019 – 98,275 miles
  • 2018 – 91,228 miles
  • 2017 – 86,511 miles
  • 2016 – 83,695 miles
  • 2015 – 80,751 miles
  • 2014 – 76,976 miles
  • 2013 – 72,736 miles
  • 2012 – 69,338 miles
  • 2011 – 65,064 miles
  • 2010 – 63,974 miles
  • 2009 – 59,158 miles
  • 2008 – 53,816 miles
  • 2007 – 43,172 miles
  • 2006 – 32,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,800 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper slightly loose
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + axle assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with undertrays

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear suspension components corroding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,800 miles (+3,785)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,800 miles
    Test number
    822662120087
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened + axle assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with undertrays
  2. Pass113,015 miles (+3,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,015 miles
    Test number
    198506149652
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  3. Pass109,097 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    109,097 miles
    Test number
    860457616889
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding
  4. Fail109,097 miles (+4,040)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,097 miles
    Test number
    567604152622
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 49% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/S and N/S headlamp lenses deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding
  5. Pass105,057 miles (+6,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,057 miles
    Test number
    199393729426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroding
  6. Pass98,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,275 miles
    Test number
    810732538212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer cv boot deteriorating
  7. Fail98,275 miles (+7,047)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,275 miles
    Test number
    683955532044
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S front tyre valve perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer cv boot deteriorating
    • AdvisoryO/S front tyre valve perishing
  8. Pass91,228 miles (+4,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,228 miles
    Test number
    105482475457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve cracked
    • AdvisoryRear wiper split
  9. Pass86,511 miles (+2,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,511 miles
    Test number
    905082172752
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wear on inner edge
  10. Pass83,695 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,695 miles
    Test number
    415825828890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,667 miles (+2,916)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    400861131583
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush upper wishbone (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush upper wishbone (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  12. Pass80,751 miles (+79,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,751 miles
    Test number
    199699205233
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Fail1,500 miles (-75,476)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,500 miles
    Test number
    636548305231
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass76,976 miles (+4,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,976 miles
    Test number
    158325204291
    • 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)
  15. Pass72,736 miles (+3,398)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,736 miles
    Test number
    657386703272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
  16. Pass69,338 miles (+4,274)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,338 miles
    Test number
    936796602253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,064 miles
    Test number
    756690211298
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail65,064 miles (+1,090)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,064 miles
    Test number
    258549501245
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass63,974 miles (+4,816)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,974 miles
    Test number
    283490630324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,158 miles (+5,342)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    59,158 miles
    Test number
    742147619391
    • NoteOffside front,nearside front and nearside rear tyre worn near limit
  21. Pass53,816 miles (+10,644)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    53,816 miles
    Test number
    650812128355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,172 miles (+10,421)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,172 miles
    Test number
    583928697241
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread low inner edge
  23. Pass32,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,751 miles
    Test number
    850087006338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 LXB

Does LS53 LXB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 LXB expired on 8 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 LXB?
The MOT on LS53 LXB expired on 8 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 LXB done?
LS53 LXB was recorded at 116,800 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2024, an average of 4,873 miles a year.
Has LS53 LXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 LXB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 LXB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS53 LXB find?
LS53 LXB passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs; general underbody corrosion, and 10 more.

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