
Lexus GS300
Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 2,997 cc
S730 SLCMOT history
S730 SLC is a silver petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 143,262 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 9 Nov 2024
- Mileage
- 143,262 mi
- At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
- MOT tests
- 30
- 18 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 2,472 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S730 SLC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Lexus
- Model
- GS300
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,997 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 1 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 9 Nov 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Apr 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
S730 SLC was last recorded at 143,262 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 2,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 140,324 miles · 5 Nov 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 2,938 miles
- Average per year
- 2,472 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 143,262 miles
- 2023 – 140,324 miles
- 2022 – 136,900 miles
- 2021 – 135,073 miles
- 2020 – 132,650 miles
- 2019 – 129,763 miles
- 2018 – 128,184 miles
- 2017 – 126,892 miles
- 2016 – 125,287 miles
- 2015 – 123,246 miles
- 2014 – 122,192 miles
- 2013 – 120,746 miles
- 2012 – 118,483 miles
- 2011 – 114,406 miles
- 2010 – 107,232 miles
- 2009 – 104,712 miles
- 2008 – 102,055 miles
- 2007 – 100,114 miles
- 2006 – 96,978 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LED (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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))
- AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBody sill covered, Unable to carry corrosion inspection to some prescribed areas
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.
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009
Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009
Full MOT history
30 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail143,262 miles (+2,938)1 dangerous8 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,262 miles
- Test number
- 879150204181
- DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LED (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle.
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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))
- AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBody sill covered, Unable to carry corrosion inspection to some prescribed areas
Pass140,324 miles (+60)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 140,324 miles
- Test number
- 851429970032
- 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))
Fail140,264 miles (+3,364)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,264 miles
- Test number
- 826568681916
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (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))
Pass136,900 miles (+68)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 136,900 miles
- Test number
- 324979922520
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Seat belt mounting prescribed areas covered in underseal
Fail136,832 miles (+1,759)4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,832 miles
- Test number
- 966217579822
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill / floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass135,073 miles (+79)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 135,073 miles
- Test number
- 731511599605
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail134,994 miles (+2,344)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,994 miles
- Test number
- 139064405321
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub mounting bush [rose joint] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass132,650 miles (+45)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 132,650 miles
- Test number
- 515987970597
- AdvisoryNearside 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))
Fail132,605 miles (+2,842)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,605 miles
- Test number
- 916696101973
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside 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))
Pass129,763 miles (+1,579)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 129,763 miles
- Test number
- 786278069346
- AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded - to flexi hose in wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded - to flexi hose in wheel arch area (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisorySlight oil leak in engine bay area on underside
Pass128,184 miles (+34)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 128,184 miles
- Test number
- 412021977380
- AdvisoryBattery Loose
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail128,150 miles (+1,258)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,150 miles
- Test number
- 233595161472
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorRear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBattery Loose
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass126,892 miles (+32)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 126,892 miles
- Test number
- 170941395962
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under rear of vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view discoloured (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryBoth rear drive shafts rusty
Fail126,860 miles (+1,573)1 dangerous4 failures11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,860 miles
- Test number
- 442420052023
- DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect lens (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
- AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear body panel damaged
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryGeneral under-body and suspension corrosion
Pass125,287 miles (+2,041)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 125,287 miles
- Test number
- 561849318447
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass123,246 miles (+1,054)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 123,246 miles
- Test number
- 145116751892
- AdvisoryFront head lamps poor
Pass122,192 miles (+1,446)2 advisories6 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 122,192 miles
- Test number
- 326532064483
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteSpare tyre defective
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteExhaust corroded and in poor condition
- NoteHeavy corrosion to rear subframe and suspension components
- NoteN/s outer body sills covered not allowing a full inspection of some perscribed areas
- NoteO/s outer body sills covered not allowing a full inspection of some perscribed areas
Pass120,746 miles6 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 120,746 miles
- Test number
- 128561563218
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteBoth outer body sills covered
- NoteExhaust system corroded
- NoteHeavy corrosion to rear suspension components
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail120,746 miles (+2,263)1 repaired6 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,746 miles
- Test number
- 505641963229
- Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteBoth outer body sills covered
- NoteExhaust system corroded
- NoteHeavy corrosion to rear suspension components
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass118,483 miles (+4,077)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 118,483 miles
- Test number
- 125691642211
- NoteNear side front tyre wearing on inner edge
- NoteNear side rear tyre wearing on outer edge
Pass114,406 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 114,406 miles
- Test number
- 539468631274
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edge.
Fail114,404 miles (+7,172)1 failure3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,404 miles
- Test number
- 275138831291
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edge.
Pass107,232 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 107,232 miles
- Test number
- 630143560242
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail107,232 miles (+55)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,232 miles
- Test number
- 624240660257
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureFront front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Fail107,177 miles (+2,465)2 dangerous4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,177 miles
- Test number
- 242111610279
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- DangerousOffside Inner Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass104,712 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 104,712 miles
- Test number
- 184435719286
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Fail104,712 miles (+2,657)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,712 miles
- Test number
- 653721219277
- FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass102,055 miles (+1,941)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 102,055 miles
- Test number
- 431572718226
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass100,114 miles (+3,136)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 100,114 miles
- Test number
- 240052517215
- 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)
Pass96,978 miles3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 96,978 miles
- Test number
- 162268606270
- NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge, Tread on 3mm..
- NoteRear tyres tread getting low (3mm)
- NoteSlight play in both front bottom ball joints..
Questions about S730 SLC
- Does S730 SLC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S730 SLC expired on 9 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S730 SLC?
- The MOT on S730 SLC expired on 9 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S730 SLC done?
- S730 SLC was recorded at 143,262 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 2,472 miles a year.
- Has S730 SLC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S730 SLC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
- Has the mileage on S730 SLC 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 S730 SLC find?
- S730 SLC failed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 10 advisories: fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety coolant leak; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 16 more.
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