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Lexus GS300

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,997 cc

S797 RPWMOT history

S797 RPW is a blue petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 187,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2025
Mileage
187,227 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 RPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 RPW was last recorded at 187,227 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,166 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
7,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 187,227 miles
  • 2023 – 183,893 miles
  • 2022 – 179,996 miles
  • 2021 – 175,952 miles
  • 2020 – 172,408 miles
  • 2019 – 169,275 miles
  • 2018 – 164,432 miles
  • 2017 – 159,740 miles
  • 2016 – 155,212 miles
  • 2015 – 145,550 miles
  • 2014 – 134,171 miles
  • 2013 – 122,577 miles
  • 2012 – 108,128 miles
  • 2010 – 93,956 miles
  • 2009 – 86,713 miles
  • 2007 – 67,053 miles
  • 2006 – 58,300 miles
  • 2005 – 52,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,227 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect lowered (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySill covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspectionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect lowering kit fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,227 miles (+61)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    187,227 miles
    Test number
    657156417091
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect lowered (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

  2. Fail187,166 miles (+3,273)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,166 miles
    Test number
    943455176075
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect lowered (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

  3. Pass183,893 miles (+57)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    183,893 miles
    Test number
    116165063580
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect lowering kit fitted (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection

  4. Fail183,836 miles (+3,840)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,836 miles
    Test number
    139750362253
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect lowering kit fitted (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection

  5. Pass179,996 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    179,996 miles
    Test number
    710032230291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail179,992 miles (+4,040)2 dangerous15 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,992 miles
    Test number
    827070741022
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass175,952 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    175,952 miles
    Test number
    724720669104
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail175,950 miles (+3,542)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,950 miles
    Test number
    840981309657
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass172,408 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    172,408 miles
    Test number
    771684711846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail172,404 miles (+3,129)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,404 miles
    Test number
    276432928373
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass169,275 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    169,275 miles
    Test number
    558059426404
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on insides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded

  12. Fail169,275 miles (+4,843)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,275 miles
    Test number
    735531363978
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on insides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryUnderside components corroded

  13. Pass164,432 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    164,432 miles
    Test number
    666179614093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass159,740 miles (+4,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    159,740 miles
    Test number
    664128283851
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass155,212 miles (+9,662)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    155,212 miles
    Test number
    242996015475
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted. Unable to carry out full check of adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass145,550 miles (+11,379)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    145,550 miles
    Test number
    968372645060
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass134,171 miles (+11,594)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    134,171 miles
    Test number
    725539524008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass122,577 miles (+14,449)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    122,577 miles
    Test number
    727838313057
    • NotePossibly noisey wheel bearings

  19. Pass108,128 miles (+14,172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    108,128 miles
    Test number
    175523212048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass93,956 miles (+7,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    93,956 miles
    Test number
    310685460360
    • 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)

  21. Pass86,713 miles (+8,423)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    86,713 miles
    Test number
    213695559362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,290 miles (+11,237)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,290 miles
    Test number
    531349919073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,053 miles (+8,753)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,053 miles
    Test number
    452112907337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,300 miles (+6,261)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,300 miles
    Test number
    261674306308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    52,039 miles
    Test number
    271374865276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S797 RPW

Does S797 RPW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S797 RPW expired on 21 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S797 RPW?
The MOT on S797 RPW expired on 21 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S797 RPW done?
S797 RPW was recorded at 187,227 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 7,052 miles a year.
Has S797 RPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 RPW has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S797 RPW 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 S797 RPW find?
S797 RPW passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 10 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various; exhaust noisy; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 7 more.

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