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Lexus LS430

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 4,293 cc

V7 REXMOT history

V7 REX is a red petrol Lexus LS430 first used on 5 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 257,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
257,477 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 REX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS430
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,293 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 REX was last recorded at 257,477 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 2,124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
255,353 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,124 miles
Average per year
10,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 257,477 miles
  • 2025 – 255,353 miles
  • 2024 – 253,032 miles
  • 2023 – 250,359 miles
  • 2022 – 246,876 miles
  • 2021 – 242,780 miles
  • 2020 – 240,308 miles
  • 2019 – 237,372 miles
  • 2018 – 232,200 miles
  • 2017 – 226,155 miles
  • 2016 – 224,709 miles
  • 2015 – 216,946 miles
  • 2014 – 208,405 miles
  • 2013 – 203,452 miles
  • 2012 – 196,811 miles
  • 2011 – 191,826 miles
  • 2010 – 186,542 miles
  • 2009 – 181,655 miles
  • 2008 – 138,246 miles
  • 2007 – 96,346 miles
  • 2006 – 45,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass257,477 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (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.

  • Under trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Eml on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass257,477 miles (+2,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    257,477 miles
    Test number
    720029917256
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass255,353 miles (+2,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    255,353 miles
    Test number
    279707218643
    • AdvisoryBrake valve slight discharge of oil (1.1.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass253,032 miles (+2,673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    253,032 miles
    Test number
    676622584530
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass250,359 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    250,359 miles
    Test number
    340914589982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  5. Fail250,356 miles (+3,480)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,356 miles
    Test number
    887016635158
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  6. Pass246,876 miles (+4,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    246,876 miles
    Test number
    629521059421
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass242,780 miles (+2,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    242,780 miles
    Test number
    988627782643
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  8. Pass240,308 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    240,308 miles
    Test number
    279425128765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  9. Fail240,299 miles (+2,927)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,299 miles
    Test number
    407330912052
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  10. Pass237,372 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    237,372 miles
    Test number
    920239428421
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  11. Fail237,366 miles (+5,166)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,366 miles
    Test number
    953640196012
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  12. Pass232,200 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    232,200 miles
    Test number
    876792702792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  13. Fail232,200 miles (+6,045)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,200 miles
    Test number
    623000096464
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays / engine cover fitted obscuring some under view

  14. Pass226,155 miles (+1,446)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    226,155 miles
    Test number
    805847109213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass224,709 miles (+7,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    224,709 miles
    Test number
    940444957804
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEml light is on

  16. Pass216,946 miles (+8,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    216,946 miles
    Test number
    663730038811
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass208,405 miles (+4,953)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    208,405 miles
    Test number
    435899164265
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/r exhaust box heat shield loose

  18. Pass203,452 miles (+6,641)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    203,452 miles
    Test number
    466229183270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass196,811 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    196,811 miles
    Test number
    335910692442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail196,729 miles (+4,903)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,729 miles
    Test number
    698213082281
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass191,826 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    191,826 miles
    Test number
    168003391254
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail191,817 miles (+5,275)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,817 miles
    Test number
    856631191253
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass186,542 miles (+4,887)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    186,542 miles
    Test number
    261977180241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass181,655 miles (+43,409)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    181,655 miles
    Test number
    361999879416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass138,246 miles (+41,900)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    138,246 miles
    Test number
    301596178459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass96,346 miles (+51,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    96,346 miles
    Test number
    980513997270
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass45,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    923939886258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail45,061 miles (+8,393)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    522036686262
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass36,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,668 miles
    Test number
    771332436035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 REX

Does V7 REX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 REX is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 REX?
The MOT on V7 REX is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 REX done?
V7 REX was recorded at 257,477 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 10,669 miles a year.
Has V7 REX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 REX has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V7 REX 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 V7 REX find?
V7 REX passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all.

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