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Lexus GS300

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,997 cc

T205 SWTMOT history

T205 SWT is a silver petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 123,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
123,934 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T205 SWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T205 SWT was last recorded at 123,934 miles on 6 Sept 2023, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,824 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
110 miles
Average per year
4,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,934 miles
  • 2022 – 117,101 miles
  • 2021 – 117,008 miles
  • 2020 – 116,066 miles
  • 2019 – 114,033 miles
  • 2018 – 111,337 miles
  • 2017 – 108,112 miles
  • 2016 – 105,157 miles
  • 2015 – 102,203 miles
  • 2014 – 97,691 miles
  • 2013 – 92,885 miles
  • 2012 – 88,226 miles
  • 2011 – 82,127 miles
  • 2010 – 76,088 miles
  • 2009 – 68,245 miles
  • 2008 – 60,759 miles
  • 2007 – 52,803 miles
  • 2006 – 45,276 miles
  • 2005 – 39,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,934 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,934 miles (+110)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    123,934 miles
    Test number
    863614984771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail123,824 miles (+6,723)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,824 miles
    Test number
    719776866962
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass117,101 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,101 miles
    Test number
    415705322249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail117,008 miles (+942)3 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,008 miles
    Test number
    592024595597
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached ** Sub frame bush is detached ** (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ** Sub frame bush mounting ** (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component ** Steering rack ** (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has reached an age where all components are corroded

  5. Pass116,066 miles (+2,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    116,066 miles
    Test number
    472460547500
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s n/s front to rear by rear flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust pipe rusting

  6. Pass114,033 miles (+2,696)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    114,033 miles
    Test number
    897111528651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass111,337 miles (+3,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    111,337 miles
    Test number
    408348158917
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass108,112 miles (+2,955)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,112 miles
    Test number
    114334982551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,157 miles (+2,954)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    105,157 miles
    Test number
    628820406349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,203 miles (+4,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    102,203 miles
    Test number
    357340325215
    • 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)

  11. Pass97,691 miles (+4,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    97,691 miles
    Test number
    898119314260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass92,885 miles (+366)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    92,885 miles
    Test number
    278028593167
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail92,519 miles (+4,293)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,519 miles
    Test number
    275400293439
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass88,226 miles (+6,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    88,226 miles
    Test number
    295109892489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass82,127 miles (+6,039)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    82,127 miles
    Test number
    217694491469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    76,088 miles
    Test number
    483768400231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,088 miles (+7,843)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,088 miles
    Test number
    972838700260
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

  18. Fail68,245 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,245 miles
    Test number
    321186699113
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteRear pads 50% worn
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  19. Pass68,245 miles (+7,486)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,245 miles
    Test number
    943736899143
    • 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)
    • NoteRear pads 50% worn
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  20. Pass60,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    573120028255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,759 miles (+7,956)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    590350528227
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Fail52,803 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,803 miles
    Test number
    393885717403
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteRear pads low

  23. Pass52,803 miles (+7,527)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    52,803 miles
    Test number
    891775617205
    • NoteRear pads low

  24. Pass45,276 miles (+5,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,276 miles
    Test number
    553122426286
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass39,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    39,943 miles
    Test number
    301438915202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T205 SWT

Does T205 SWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T205 SWT expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T205 SWT?
The MOT on T205 SWT expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T205 SWT done?
T205 SWT was recorded at 123,934 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2023, an average of 4,645 miles a year.
Has T205 SWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T205 SWT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T205 SWT 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 T205 SWT find?
T205 SWT passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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