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Lexus IS200

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,988 cc

V53 GTEMOT history

V53 GTE is a blue petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2024
Mileage
72,283 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 GTE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 GTE was last recorded at 72,283 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 4,984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,299 miles · 6 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
4,984 miles
Average per year
2,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,283 miles
  • 2022 – 67,299 miles
  • 2021 – 65,763 miles
  • 2020 – 64,167 miles
  • 2019 – 62,398 miles
  • 2018 – 60,717 miles
  • 2017 – 58,845 miles
  • 2016 – 57,052 miles
  • 2015 – 55,035 miles
  • 2014 – 51,599 miles
  • 2013 – 49,285 miles
  • 2012 – 47,322 miles
  • 2011 – 44,835 miles
  • 2010 – 42,195 miles
  • 2009 – 39,967 miles
  • 2008 – 37,101 miles
  • 2007 – 33,217 miles
  • 2006 – 30,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,283 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill to floor & suspension mounting corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill to floor & suspension mounting corroded

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,283 miles (+4,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,283 miles
    Test number
    290569412327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill to floor & suspension mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill to floor & suspension mounting corroded

  2. Pass67,299 miles (+1,536)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,299 miles
    Test number
    233475685775
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass65,763 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,763 miles
    Test number
    396309315146
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail65,763 miles (+1,596)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,763 miles
    Test number
    765258381630
    • MajorSuspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass64,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,167 miles
    Test number
    446900936548
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail64,167 miles (+1,769)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,167 miles
    Test number
    254620687707
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass62,398 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,398 miles
    Test number
    362875130278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass60,717 miles (+1,872)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    60,717 miles
    Test number
    482220804749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,845 miles (+1,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,845 miles
    Test number
    476544156671
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass57,052 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,052 miles
    Test number
    577761979370
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail57,052 miles (+2,017)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,052 miles
    Test number
    219747916424
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge bald 215/45/17w (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement poss caliper (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass55,035 miles (+3,436)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,035 miles
    Test number
    946569845190
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass51,599 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,599 miles
    Test number
    777260254109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,285 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,285 miles
    Test number
    289329343449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,322 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,322 miles
    Test number
    227952952120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,310 miles (+2,475)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,310 miles
    Test number
    168960952127
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass44,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,835 miles
    Test number
    956777941162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,834 miles (+2,639)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,834 miles
    Test number
    508527741113
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  19. Pass42,195 miles (+2,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,195 miles
    Test number
    211739440403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass39,967 miles (+2,866)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,967 miles
    Test number
    780210059127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,101 miles (+3,884)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,101 miles
    Test number
    653931148123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,217 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,217 miles
    Test number
    664368837113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,439 miles
    Test number
    561299536130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V53 GTE

Does V53 GTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 GTE expired on 24 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 GTE?
The MOT on V53 GTE expired on 24 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 GTE done?
V53 GTE was recorded at 72,283 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 2,423 miles a year.
Has V53 GTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 GTE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on V53 GTE 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 V53 GTE find?
V53 GTE passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear sill to floor & suspension mounting corroded; offside rear sill to floor & suspension mounting corroded.

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