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Lexus GS300

Bronze · Petrol · 1999 · 2,997 cc

S742 APAMOT history

S742 APA is a bronze petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 2 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 169,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
169,645 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S742 APA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S742 APA was last recorded at 169,645 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,645 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,645 miles
  • 2025 – 162,480 miles
  • 2024 – 148,354 miles
  • 2023 – 135,165 miles
  • 2022 – 127,042 miles
  • 2021 – 114,965 miles
  • 2020 – 114,755 miles
  • 2019 – 106,442 miles
  • 2018 – 104,715 miles
  • 2017 – 98,724 miles
  • 2016 – 81,241 miles
  • 2015 – 71,513 miles
  • 2014 – 71,370 miles
  • 2013 – 70,680 miles
  • 2012 – 69,981 miles
  • 2010 – 62,433 miles
  • 2009 – 57,302 miles
  • 2008 – 51,212 miles
  • 2007 – 46,145 miles
  • 2006 – 40,610 miles
  • 2005 – 36,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,645 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHead lamps deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Headlights deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    169,645 miles
    Test number
    879199108309
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps deteriorated

  2. Fail169,645 miles (+7,165)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,645 miles
    Test number
    681339632935
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lamps deteriorated

  3. Pass162,480 miles (+14,126)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,480 miles
    Test number
    906924484662
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective and offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and offside front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Pass148,354 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    148,354 miles
    Test number
    141493520634
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail148,354 miles (+13,189)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,354 miles
    Test number
    474809795045
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Motor broken (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass135,165 miles (+317)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,165 miles
    Test number
    824988682401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail134,848 miles (+7,806)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,848 miles
    Test number
    224989631679
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass127,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    127,042 miles
    Test number
    205402501025
    • 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))

  9. Fail127,042 miles (+1,044)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,042 miles
    Test number
    332165761978
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Fail125,998 miles (+11,033)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,998 miles
    Test number
    203077076569
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass114,965 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    114,965 miles
    Test number
    725470507762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,920 miles (+165)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,920 miles
    Test number
    449698773388
    • 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 Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail114,755 miles (+733)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,755 miles
    Test number
    458356741533
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Steering locking device missing track rod locking pin missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  14. Fail114,022 miles (+7,580)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,022 miles
    Test number
    139692224923
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  15. Pass106,442 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,442 miles
    Test number
    557628686203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,715 miles (+5,991)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    104,715 miles
    Test number
    749524491814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,724 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,724 miles
    Test number
    870008116131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail98,722 miles (+17,481)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,722 miles
    Test number
    984172638486
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass81,241 miles (+9,728)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,241 miles
    Test number
    675320889396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,513 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,513 miles
    Test number
    759383665064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,370 miles (+690)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,370 miles
    Test number
    569487454011
    • NoteFront tyres badly cracked on sidewall
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  22. Pass70,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,680 miles
    Test number
    796983933010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,680 miles (+699)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,680 miles
    Test number
    406541933052
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass69,981 miles (+5,351)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    69,981 miles
    Test number
    718289212352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass64,630 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,630 miles
    Test number
    629043732073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,433 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    62,433 miles
    Test number
    522647140346
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail62,433 miles (+5,131)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,433 miles
    Test number
    783417840390
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass57,302 miles (+6,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,302 miles
    Test number
    133784149363
    • 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. Pass51,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,212 miles
    Test number
    261189638374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail51,212 miles (+5,067)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,212 miles
    Test number
    904139838322
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass46,145 miles (+5,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,145 miles
    Test number
    170772057303
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass40,610 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,610 miles
    Test number
    270457326338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail40,548 miles (+3,942)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,548 miles
    Test number
    583666626345
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  34. Pass36,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    36,606 miles
    Test number
    712907625366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S742 APA

Does S742 APA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S742 APA is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S742 APA?
The MOT on S742 APA is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S742 APA done?
S742 APA was recorded at 169,645 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 6,518 miles a year.
Has S742 APA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S742 APA has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S742 APA 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 S742 APA find?
S742 APA passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; head lamps deteriorated.

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