Lexus logo

Lexus GS300

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,997 cc

S96 SBUMOT history

S96 SBU is a red petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2025
Mileage
113,413 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,531 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S96 SBU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S96 SBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 SBU was last recorded at 113,413 miles on 10 Feb 2024, 1,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,172 miles · 28 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,241 miles
Average per year
2,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 113,413 miles
  • 2023 – 112,172 miles
  • 2022 – 108,011 miles
  • 2021 – 103,684 miles
  • 2019 – 101,673 miles
  • 2018 – 100,679 miles
  • 2017 – 99,893 miles
  • 2016 – 98,925 miles
  • 2015 – 98,086 miles
  • 2014 – 97,171 miles
  • 2013 – 94,801 miles
  • 2012 – 91,266 miles
  • 2011 – 89,045 miles
  • 2010 – 85,520 miles
  • 2009 – 80,876 miles
  • 2008 – 75,489 miles
  • 2007 – 69,940 miles
  • 2006 – 69,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,413 miles
  • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,413 miles (+1,241)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    113,413 miles
    Test number
    932953609518
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under the body
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass112,172 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,172 miles
    Test number
    136748520695
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail112,161 miles (+4,150)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,161 miles
    Test number
    502110272121
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass108,011 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,011 miles
    Test number
    723739773976
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail107,975 miles (+4,291)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,975 miles
    Test number
    350413268509
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,684 miles (+2,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,684 miles
    Test number
    725943291839
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,673 miles (+994)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,673 miles
    Test number
    365739996849
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,679 miles (+786)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,679 miles
    Test number
    903405354715
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass99,893 miles (+968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    99,893 miles
    Test number
    209242300462
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass98,925 miles (+839)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    98,925 miles
    Test number
    482296510346
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass98,086 miles (+915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    98,086 miles
    Test number
    356412126079
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass97,171 miles (+2,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    97,171 miles
    Test number
    345593854370
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass94,801 miles (+3,535)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    94,801 miles
    Test number
    718637053381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,266 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    646155852369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,045 miles (+3,525)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    89,045 miles
    Test number
    897145451341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,520 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    85,520 miles
    Test number
    970028650335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,515 miles (+4,639)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,515 miles
    Test number
    430487150354
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • NoteUneven front tyre wear, tracking required

  18. Pass80,876 miles (+5,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    80,876 miles
    Test number
    162537459398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass75,489 miles (+5,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    75,489 miles
    Test number
    564100528375
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass69,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    69,940 miles
    Test number
    312772647410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,937 miles (+655)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,937 miles
    Test number
    994402547286
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass69,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    69,282 miles
    Test number
    580717346201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S96 SBU

Does S96 SBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S96 SBU expired on 9 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S96 SBU?
The MOT on S96 SBU expired on 9 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S96 SBU done?
S96 SBU was recorded at 113,413 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2024, an average of 2,531 miles a year.
Has S96 SBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 SBU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S96 SBU 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 S96 SBU find?
S96 SBU passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2024 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; headlamp lens slightly defective; rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 7 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S96 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.