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Lexus LS400

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 3,969 cc

R389 KUMMOT history

R389 KUM is a green petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 186,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
186,221 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R389 KUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS400
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R389 KUM was last recorded at 186,221 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,885 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
336 miles
Average per year
4,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,221 miles
  • 2025 – 185,885 miles
  • 2024 – 179,032 miles
  • 2023 – 167,685 miles
  • 2022 – 162,340 miles
  • 2021 – 160,829 miles
  • 2020 – 157,703 miles
  • 2019 – 154,906 miles
  • 2018 – 152,492 miles
  • 2017 – 147,253 miles
  • 2016 – 142,479 miles
  • 2015 – 137,346 miles
  • 2014 – 133,066 miles
  • 2013 – 132,858 miles
  • 2012 – 126,395 miles
  • 2011 – 119,764 miles
  • 2010 – 114,751 miles
  • 2009 – 109,748 miles
  • 2008 – 102,460 miles
  • 2007 – 95,779 miles
  • 2006 – 93,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,221 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,221 miles (+336)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    186,221 miles
    Test number
    879926467312
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass185,885 miles (+6,853)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    185,885 miles
    Test number
    418493970458
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnder side and suspension components coated with underseal

  3. Pass179,032 miles (+43)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,032 miles
    Test number
    263482358476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail178,989 miles (+167)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,989 miles
    Test number
    614288031326
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail178,822 miles (+11,137)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,822 miles
    Test number
    813712093534
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass167,685 miles (+5,345)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    167,685 miles
    Test number
    414869783477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass162,340 miles (+1,511)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    162,340 miles
    Test number
    467262303584
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded

  8. Pass160,829 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    160,829 miles
    Test number
    289077473661
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail160,829 miles (+3,126)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,829 miles
    Test number
    897276919204
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass157,703 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    157,703 miles
    Test number
    455089801798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,655 miles (+2,749)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,655 miles
    Test number
    460698527364
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass154,906 miles (+2,414)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    154,906 miles
    Test number
    846307367947
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes obstructed from view by plastic undertray
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass152,492 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    152,492 miles
    Test number
    472657293045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail152,456 miles (+5,203)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,456 miles
    Test number
    777655124314
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  15. Pass147,253 miles (+4,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    147,253 miles
    Test number
    838188375773
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass142,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    142,479 miles
    Test number
    232212459592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail142,479 miles (+5,133)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,479 miles
    Test number
    691076787661
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass137,346 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    137,346 miles
    Test number
    147758705248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail137,343 miles (+4,277)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,343 miles
    Test number
    298613305249
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  20. Pass133,066 miles (+208)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    133,066 miles
    Test number
    529243824212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll brake pipes covered in grease

  21. Fail132,858 miles (+6,463)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,858 miles
    Test number
    866169993065
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass126,395 miles (+6,631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    126,395 miles
    Test number
    459463302198
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass119,764 miles (+5,013)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    119,764 miles
    Test number
    509898101155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass114,751 miles (+5,003)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    114,751 miles
    Test number
    394945400107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass109,748 miles (+7,288)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    109,748 miles
    Test number
    563406609140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass102,460 miles (+6,681)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    102,460 miles
    Test number
    243506008147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass95,779 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    95,779 miles
    Test number
    140104607122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass93,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    93,299 miles
    Test number
    451280886037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R389 KUM

Does R389 KUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R389 KUM is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on R389 KUM?
The MOT on R389 KUM is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R389 KUM done?
R389 KUM was recorded at 186,221 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,543 miles a year.
Has R389 KUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R389 KUM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R389 KUM 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 R389 KUM find?
R389 KUM passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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