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Lexus IS250

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,499 cc

S20 VVNMOT history

S20 VVN is a black petrol Lexus IS250 first used on 31 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2025.

S20 VVN black Lexus IS250 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS250, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2026
Mileage
97,678 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 VVN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS250
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S20 VVN was last recorded at 97,678 miles on 10 Apr 2025, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,643 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
5,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,678 miles
  • 2024 – 92,340 miles
  • 2023 – 89,610 miles
  • 2022 – 86,350 miles
  • 2021 – 82,260 miles
  • 2020 – 80,998 miles
  • 2019 – 77,709 miles
  • 2018 – 71,742 miles
  • 2017 – 67,661 miles
  • 2016 – 61,833 miles
  • 2015 – 54,604 miles
  • 2014 – 49,115 miles
  • 2013 – 42,373 miles
  • 2012 – 36,829 miles
  • 2011 – 30,990 miles
  • 2010 – 25,115 miles
  • 2009 – 19,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,678 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect rear brake pads.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all remaining lightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective system still secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both headlamp lenses faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside rear exhaust mounting corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,678 miles (+35)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,678 miles
    Test number
    872170833122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect rear brake pads.
  2. Fail97,643 miles (+5,303)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,643 miles
    Test number
    338566675724
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe to centre pipe joint. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect rear brake pads.
  3. Pass92,340 miles (+2,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    92,340 miles
    Test number
    910092776157
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres showing approx 2.9mm tread in places
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not fully inspected - cover on rear seat not allowing access to clasps -
  4. Pass89,610 miles (+3,249)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,610 miles
    Test number
    664213897930
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all remaining lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective system still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses faded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust mounting corroded
  5. Fail86,361 miles (+11)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,361 miles
    Test number
    699975528958
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system corroded and leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all remaining lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective system still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses faded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear exhaust mounting corroded
  6. Fail86,350 miles (+4,090)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,350 miles
    Test number
    735896080259
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass82,260 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,260 miles
    Test number
    898911362443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,998 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,998 miles
    Test number
    644691803593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,709 miles (+5,967)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    958884928878
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass71,742 miles (+4,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    199288872811
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass67,661 miles (+5,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    67,661 miles
    Test number
    347450280102
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle to Rear Exhaust Slight Blow. (7.1.2)
  12. Pass61,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,833 miles
    Test number
    412633192188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,833 miles (+7,229)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,833 miles
    Test number
    730723092009
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  14. Pass54,604 miles (+5,489)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,604 miles
    Test number
    356415467296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,115 miles (+6,742)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,115 miles
    Test number
    457442584241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,373 miles (+5,544)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,373 miles
    Test number
    678513983251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,829 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    36,829 miles
    Test number
    389244282460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear discs starting to corrode were pads meet.
  18. Fail36,829 miles (+5,839)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,829 miles
    Test number
    516274882209
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear discs starting to corrode were pads meet.
  19. Pass30,990 miles (+5,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    30,990 miles
    Test number
    556706471292
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass25,115 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    25,115 miles
    Test number
    842899270256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,297 miles (+2,348)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    19,297 miles
    Test number
    943089479232
    • 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)
  22. Pass16,949 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,949 miles
    Test number
    493558149114
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

Questions about S20 VVN

Does S20 VVN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S20 VVN expired on 9 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S20 VVN?
The MOT on S20 VVN expired on 9 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S20 VVN done?
S20 VVN was recorded at 97,678 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2025, an average of 5,087 miles a year.
Has S20 VVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 VVN has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S20 VVN 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 S20 VVN find?
S20 VVN passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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