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Lexus IS200

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LX53 BEXMOT history

LX53 BEX is a black petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 116,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

LX53 BEX black Lexus IS200 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS200, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
116,286 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 BEX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 BEX was last recorded at 116,286 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,739 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
547 miles
Average per year
5,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,286 miles
  • 2025 – 115,739 miles
  • 2024 – 114,384 miles
  • 2023 – 113,533 miles
  • 2022 – 112,080 miles
  • 2020 – 112,017 miles
  • 2019 – 109,567 miles
  • 2018 – 105,580 miles
  • 2017 – 98,032 miles
  • 2016 – 92,324 miles
  • 2015 – 81,289 miles
  • 2014 – 69,817 miles
  • 2013 – 68,880 miles
  • 2012 – 65,554 miles
  • 2011 – 56,089 miles
  • 2010 – 45,043 miles
  • 2008 – 19,238 miles
  • 2007 – 13,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,286 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Slight sidewall damage o/s/f tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • EML light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,286 miles (+547)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    116,286 miles
    Test number
    486208451697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,739 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    115,739 miles
    Test number
    579765098161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,384 miles (+851)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,384 miles
    Test number
    228811300210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,533 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    113,533 miles
    Test number
    153861747073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,080 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,080 miles
    Test number
    353398206766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    112,017 miles
    Test number
    182255358775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,017 miles (+2,450)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,017 miles
    Test number
    923330492171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass109,567 miles (+118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,567 miles
    Test number
    770391632394
    • AdvisorySlight sidewall damage o/s/f tyre

  9. Fail109,449 miles (+3,869)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,449 miles
    Test number
    902155165420
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight sidewall damage o/s/f tyre

  10. Pass105,580 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,580 miles
    Test number
    432069631772
    • AdvisoryEML light on

  11. Fail105,580 miles (+7,548)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,580 miles
    Test number
    892479727355
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEML light on

  12. Pass98,032 miles (+5,708)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,032 miles
    Test number
    999367457407
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside & nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front offside & nearside (rear arm) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming in all front & rear suspension components

  13. Pass92,324 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    92,324 miles
    Test number
    783179383348
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryCar looks poo
    • AdvisoryMany different parts from standard car
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front bumper
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs rear

  14. Fail92,324 miles (+35)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,324 miles
    Test number
    650926477196
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryCar looks poo
    • AdvisoryMany different parts from standard car
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front bumper
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs rear

  15. Fail92,289 miles (+11,000)9 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,289 miles
    Test number
    580114363779
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering locking device insecure track rod (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryHeavy dampness around steering rack
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushes
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column upper attatchment

  16. Pass81,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,289 miles
    Test number
    168354315196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,288 miles (+11,471)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,288 miles
    Test number
    227354715473
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass69,817 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    69,817 miles
    Test number
    285701124424
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded at ends

  19. Fail69,817 miles (+937)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,817 miles
    Test number
    359075014192
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded at ends

  20. Pass68,880 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,880 miles
    Test number
    647467733186
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight brake bind at nearside front

  21. Fail68,880 miles (+3,326)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,880 miles
    Test number
    716467333127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight brake bind at nearside front

  22. Pass65,554 miles (+9,465)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,554 miles
    Test number
    618460032178
    • NoteBoth Front Tyres Unevenly Worn On Inner Edges

  23. Pass56,089 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,089 miles
    Test number
    628230721092
    • NoteUnable to fully check O/S/R seatbelt due to child seat fitted

  24. Fail56,089 miles (+11,046)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,089 miles
    Test number
    866380421000
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to fully check O/S/R seatbelt due to child seat fitted

  25. Fail45,043 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    194288100014
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  26. Pass45,043 miles (+25,805)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    323048300056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,238 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    19,238 miles
    Test number
    970693318273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,330 miles (+5,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,330 miles
    Test number
    864326008151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass13,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,253 miles
    Test number
    154280427157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 BEX

Does LX53 BEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 BEX is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 BEX?
The MOT on LX53 BEX is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 BEX done?
LX53 BEX was recorded at 116,286 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 5,372 miles a year.
Has LX53 BEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 BEX has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LX53 BEX 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 LX53 BEX find?
LX53 BEX passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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