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Lexus LS400

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 3,969 cc

R71 HCDMOT history

R71 HCD is a black petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2026
Mileage
113,985 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R71 HCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS400
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2026
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R71 HCD was last recorded at 113,985 miles on 20 May 2025, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,939 miles · 14 May 2021
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
3,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,985 miles
  • 2021 – 113,939 miles
  • 2020 – 113,932 miles
  • 2018 – 109,857 miles
  • 2017 – 105,945 miles
  • 2016 – 105,110 miles
  • 2015 – 103,979 miles
  • 2014 – 101,909 miles
  • 2013 – 100,467 miles
  • 2012 – 98,062 miles
  • 2011 – 95,866 miles
  • 2010 – 91,586 miles
  • 2009 – 84,036 miles
  • 2008 – 71,818 miles
  • 2007 – 60,523 miles
  • 2006 – 54,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,985 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,985 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    113,985 miles
    Test number
    697115861754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail113,939 miles (+7)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,939 miles
    Test number
    730879177401
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Tyre obviously under inflated all four tyres (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,932 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    113,932 miles
    Test number
    669247582311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail113,931 miles (+4,074)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,931 miles
    Test number
    540136883909
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,857 miles (+3,912)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    109,857 miles
    Test number
    423449535135
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass105,945 miles (+835)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    183680165826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass105,110 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    133979859077
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  8. Fail105,110 miles (+1,131)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,110 miles
    Test number
    984529452107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded x2 (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  9. Pass103,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,979 miles
    Test number
    109236925449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail103,979 miles (+2,070)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,979 miles
    Test number
    555186825096
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass101,909 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    101,909 miles
    Test number
    817014934067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail101,909 miles (+24)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,909 miles
    Test number
    599144934000
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail101,885 miles (+1,418)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,885 miles
    Test number
    799249724054
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass100,467 miles (+2,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    100,467 miles
    Test number
    987464723073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass98,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    98,062 miles
    Test number
    538616822023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,062 miles (+2,196)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,062 miles
    Test number
    877256622038
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass95,866 miles (+4,280)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    95,866 miles
    Test number
    605314611027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,586 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    91,586 miles
    Test number
    302377320025
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail91,582 miles (+7,546)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,582 miles
    Test number
    662635720045
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass84,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    84,036 miles
    Test number
    270361729096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail84,036 miles (+12,218)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,036 miles
    Test number
    493751929072
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass71,818 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    71,818 miles
    Test number
    684232938018
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Fail71,816 miles (+11,293)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,816 miles
    Test number
    663829328067
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  24. Pass60,523 miles (+6,408)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,523 miles
    Test number
    192989517007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    54,115 miles
    Test number
    562036806002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R71 HCD

Does R71 HCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R71 HCD expired on 19 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R71 HCD?
The MOT on R71 HCD expired on 19 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R71 HCD done?
R71 HCD was recorded at 113,985 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 3,091 miles a year.
Has R71 HCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R71 HCD has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2021.
Has the mileage on R71 HCD 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 R71 HCD find?
R71 HCD passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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