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Lexus LS400

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,969 cc

T127 HBTMOT history

T127 HBT is a green petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 59,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
59,884 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T127 HBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS400
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T127 HBT was last recorded at 59,884 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Dec 2013: 4,928 miles, lower than 51,724 miles on 16 Nov 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
59,874 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
1,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,884 miles
  • 2024 – 59,874 miles
  • 2023 – 57,832 miles
  • 2022 – 56,983 miles
  • 2021 – 56,741 miles
  • 2020 – 49,236 miles
  • 2019 – 32,085 miles
  • 2018 – 23,402 miles
  • 2017 – 18,319 miles
  • 2016 – 13,220 miles
  • 2015 – 8,410 miles
  • 2013 – 4,928 miles
  • 2012 – 51,724 miles
  • 2011 – 49,484 miles
  • 2010 – 47,166 miles
  • 2009 – 43,856 miles
  • 2008 – 39,068 miles
  • 2007 – 35,613 miles
  • 2006 – 32,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,884 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface to underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL have surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,884 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    59,884 miles
    Test number
    316344472536
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface to underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL have surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail59,884 miles (+10)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,884 miles
    Test number
    526212020679
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface to underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL have surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass59,874 miles (+2,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    59,874 miles
    Test number
    144665692663
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass57,832 miles (+849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    57,832 miles
    Test number
    910109109921
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass56,983 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    554874892787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail56,983 miles (+242)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,983 miles
    Test number
    757071577835
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass56,741 miles (+7,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    56,741 miles
    Test number
    112392235512
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass49,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,236 miles
    Test number
    928830427434
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail49,236 miles (+17,151)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,236 miles
    Test number
    232422390867
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass32,085 miles (+8,683)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    32,085 miles
    Test number
    203413585818
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass23,402 miles (+5,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    23,402 miles
    Test number
    793731735717
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass18,319 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    18,319 miles
    Test number
    129953416949
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail18,291 miles (+5,071)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,291 miles
    Test number
    307215600530
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass13,220 miles (+4,810)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    13,220 miles
    Test number
    449244156991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass8,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    8,410 miles
    Test number
    606596725077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail8,410 miles (+3,482)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,410 miles
    Test number
    659406225076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass4,928 miles (-46,796)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    4,928 miles
    Test number
    847283443326
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight leak on gearbox

  18. Pass51,724 miles (+2,240)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    51,724 miles
    Test number
    488051122496
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

  19. Pass49,484 miles (+2,318)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,484 miles
    Test number
    998011341352
    • NoteEngine oil level low 1 litre added

  20. Pass47,166 miles (+3,310)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,166 miles
    Test number
    451930340300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,856 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,856 miles
    Test number
    984641829395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,068 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,068 miles
    Test number
    201753408257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,613 miles (+2,802)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,613 miles
    Test number
    432433077162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,811 miles
    Test number
    260950956143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T127 HBT

Does T127 HBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T127 HBT is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T127 HBT?
The MOT on T127 HBT is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T127 HBT done?
T127 HBT was recorded at 59,884 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 1,380 miles a year.
Has T127 HBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T127 HBT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T127 HBT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T127 HBT find?
T127 HBT passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; coil spring corroded; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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