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Lexus LS400

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,969 cc

T197 ABLMOT history

T197 ABL is a green petrol Lexus LS400 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 215,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2024
Mileage
215,121 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 ABL
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 expired on 17 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 ABL was last recorded at 215,121 miles on 18 Aug 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Jun 2009: 50,324 miles, lower than 137,772 miles on 12 Jun 2008.

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
215,117 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 215,121 miles
  • 2020 – 214,740 miles
  • 2019 – 212,443 miles
  • 2018 – 210,750 miles
  • 2017 – 209,250 miles
  • 2016 – 200,065 miles
  • 2015 – 193,327 miles
  • 2014 – 188,945 miles
  • 2013 – 182,101 miles
  • 2012 – 175,024 miles
  • 2011 – 163,079 miles
  • 2010 – 153,502 miles
  • 2009 – 50,324 miles
  • 2008 – 137,772 miles
  • 2007 – 125,614 miles
  • 2006 – 112,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,121 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,121 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    215,121 miles
    Test number
    526745982006
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail215,117 miles (+377)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,117 miles
    Test number
    746280557394
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory2 x coolant leaks
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass214,740 miles (+2,297)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    214,740 miles
    Test number
    118819407814
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass212,443 miles (+1,693)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    212,443 miles
    Test number
    560693161209
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to chassis to inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to chassis to inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass210,750 miles (+1,500)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    210,750 miles
    Test number
    481832384896
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  6. Pass209,250 miles (+9,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    209,250 miles
    Test number
    238429535900
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are heavily worn on inner and outer edges requires attention soon
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear underbody and suspension

  7. Pass200,065 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    200,065 miles
    Test number
    767126414594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail200,065 miles (+6,738)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,065 miles
    Test number
    134166949274
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass193,327 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    193,327 miles
    Test number
    539453565188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise rear axle oil leak

  10. Fail193,327 miles (+4,382)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,327 miles
    Test number
    357963065165
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvise rear axle oil leak

  11. Pass188,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    188,945 miles
    Test number
    205157754158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail188,945 miles (+6,844)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,945 miles
    Test number
    457617754165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Fail182,101 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,101 miles
    Test number
    288247233144
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass182,101 miles (+7,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    182,101 miles
    Test number
    788227733122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass175,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    175,024 miles
    Test number
    166793462118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail175,024 miles (+11,945)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,024 miles
    Test number
    256393962449
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass163,079 miles (+9,577)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    163,079 miles
    Test number
    215264251189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass153,502 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    153,502 miles
    Test number
    182628750155
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail153,502 miles (+103,178)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,502 miles
    Test number
    284748250437
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass50,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,324 miles
    Test number
    812912669176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,324 miles (-87,448)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,324 miles
    Test number
    251551569197
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass137,772 miles (+12,158)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    137,772 miles
    Test number
    282494068102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass125,614 miles (+12,677)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    125,614 miles
    Test number
    743921657163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass112,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    112,937 miles
    Test number
    470831556166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 ABL

Does T197 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 ABL expired on 17 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 ABL?
The MOT on T197 ABL expired on 17 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 ABL done?
T197 ABL was recorded at 215,121 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2023, an average of 5,936 miles a year.
Has T197 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 ABL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T197 ABL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T197 ABL find?
T197 ABL passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: coolant leak; offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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