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Lexus LS400

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,969 cc

S34 ABYMOT history

S34 ABY is a silver petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 148,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
148,069 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,886 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S34 ABY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS400
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S34 ABY was last recorded at 148,069 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 2,721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,348 miles · 9 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,721 miles
Average per year
2,886 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,069 miles
  • 2024 – 145,348 miles
  • 2023 – 141,754 miles
  • 2022 – 137,463 miles
  • 2021 – 133,689 miles
  • 2020 – 130,989 miles
  • 2019 – 124,195 miles
  • 2018 – 118,618 miles
  • 2017 – 113,020 miles
  • 2016 – 106,264 miles
  • 2015 – 101,186 miles
  • 2014 – 99,902 miles
  • 2013 – 98,249 miles
  • 2011 – 96,701 miles
  • 2010 – 95,228 miles
  • 2007 – 93,966 miles
  • 2006 – 90,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,069 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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Bonnet struts faulty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,069 miles (+2,721)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    148,069 miles
    Test number
    105111597514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass145,348 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    145,348 miles
    Test number
    824581428125
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail145,339 miles (+3,585)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,339 miles
    Test number
    136118377676
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,754 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,754 miles
    Test number
    564631243235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail141,737 miles (+4,274)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,737 miles
    Test number
    795282530041
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear subfame rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy Just passed test (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass137,463 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    137,463 miles
    Test number
    355744849625
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts faulty
    • AdvisoryNear side mirror glass missing

  7. Fail137,463 miles (+3,774)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,463 miles
    Test number
    168237151945
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding parkbrake (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts faulty
    • AdvisoryNear side mirror glass missing

  8. Pass133,689 miles (+59)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,689 miles
    Test number
    231387034883
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe starting to corrode

  9. Fail133,630 miles (+2,641)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,630 miles
    Test number
    243588417367
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe starting to corrode

  10. Pass130,989 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    130,989 miles
    Test number
    640040884062
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail130,989 miles (+6,794)4 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,989 miles
    Test number
    136094878756
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass124,195 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,195 miles
    Test number
    534535695568
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension ball joint gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint bolts corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components

  13. Fail124,183 miles (+5,565)2 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,183 miles
    Test number
    813873663070
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cord showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension ball joint gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint bolts corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to suspension components

  14. Pass118,618 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,618 miles
    Test number
    119180344467
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  15. Fail118,618 miles (+5,598)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,618 miles
    Test number
    942797463029
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  16. Pass113,020 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,020 miles
    Test number
    868848930473
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge just passed at time of test (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres just starting to wear

  17. Fail113,018 miles (+6,754)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,018 miles
    Test number
    953651427347
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge just passed at time of test (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres just starting to wear

  18. Pass106,264 miles (+5,078)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,264 miles
    Test number
    231830164112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts faulty
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to off side rear seat

  19. Pass101,186 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,186 miles
    Test number
    978268015181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail101,186 miles (+1,284)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,186 miles
    Test number
    705402515191
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass99,902 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    607591814018
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall perished.

  22. Fail99,902 miles (+1,653)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,902 miles
    Test number
    635709504029
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall perished.

  23. Pass98,249 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,249 miles
    Test number
    758469433094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Fail98,249 miles (+1,548)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,249 miles
    Test number
    378988233069
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass96,701 miles (+1,473)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    96,701 miles
    Test number
    649087181187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll suspension parts coated in rust
    • NoteSlight corrosion to all brake discs

  26. Pass95,228 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    95,228 miles
    Test number
    503667490181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Fail95,228 miles (+1,262)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,228 miles
    Test number
    692577690197
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass93,966 miles (+2,994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    93,966 miles
    Test number
    304428147391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass90,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    90,972 miles
    Test number
    352944856473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S34 ABY

Does S34 ABY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S34 ABY is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S34 ABY?
The MOT on S34 ABY is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S34 ABY done?
S34 ABY was recorded at 148,069 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 2,886 miles a year.
Has S34 ABY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S34 ABY has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S34 ABY 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 S34 ABY find?
S34 ABY passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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