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Lexus GS430

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 4,293 cc

V8 EXUMOT history

V8 EXU is a red petrol Lexus GS430 first used on 27 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,145 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 EXU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS430
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,293 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 EXU was last recorded at 75,145 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 4,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,667 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,478 miles
Average per year
3,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,145 miles
  • 2025 – 70,667 miles
  • 2023 – 69,584 miles
  • 2022 – 67,910 miles
  • 2021 – 64,442 miles
  • 2020 – 61,599 miles
  • 2019 – 59,459 miles
  • 2018 – 55,707 miles
  • 2017 – 52,507 miles
  • 2016 – 49,469 miles
  • 2015 – 47,039 miles
  • 2014 – 44,211 miles
  • 2013 – 41,944 miles
  • 2012 – 38,372 miles
  • 2011 – 36,092 miles
  • 2010 – 32,533 miles
  • 2009 – 29,163 miles
  • 2008 – 25,600 miles
  • 2007 – 21,443 miles
  • 2006 – 16,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,145 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,145 miles (+4,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,145 miles
    Test number
    295157170696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass70,667 miles (+1,083)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,667 miles
    Test number
    175290138659
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,584 miles (+1,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    69,584 miles
    Test number
    244844670054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass67,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,910 miles
    Test number
    833233475992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail67,910 miles (+3,468)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,910 miles
    Test number
    522105259515
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  6. Pass64,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,442 miles
    Test number
    433223237670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,442 miles (+2,843)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,442 miles
    Test number
    467636406817
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass61,599 miles (+2,140)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    61,599 miles
    Test number
    133126098722
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass59,459 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,459 miles
    Test number
    374534824114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,458 miles (+3,751)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,458 miles
    Test number
    519387547311
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass55,707 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    55,707 miles
    Test number
    934854013218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,692 miles (+3,185)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,692 miles
    Test number
    837445541203
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass52,507 miles (+3,038)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,507 miles
    Test number
    880496861615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,469 miles (+2,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,469 miles
    Test number
    675725096762
    • 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)

  15. Pass47,039 miles (+2,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,039 miles
    Test number
    165255034535
    • AdvisoryExhaust condition

  16. Pass44,211 miles (+2,267)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,211 miles
    Test number
    408734124461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,944 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,944 miles
    Test number
    417840133416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,372 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    176151732382
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass38,372 miles (+2,280)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    848791032321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,092 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,092 miles
    Test number
    237813831338
    • 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)

  21. Fail36,090 miles (+3,557)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,090 miles
    Test number
    515162431325
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • 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)

  22. Pass32,533 miles (+3,370)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,533 miles
    Test number
    762505510382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,163 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,163 miles
    Test number
    740003229388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,600 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    25,600 miles
    Test number
    642390938321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,443 miles (+4,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    21,443 miles
    Test number
    573211337363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass16,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,475 miles
    Test number
    253877026367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail16,475 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,475 miles
    Test number
    283807326382
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn/wearing on inner & outer edges

Questions about V8 EXU

Does V8 EXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 EXU is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 EXU?
The MOT on V8 EXU is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 EXU done?
V8 EXU was recorded at 75,145 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 3,043 miles a year.
Has V8 EXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 EXU has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on V8 EXU 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 V8 EXU find?
V8 EXU passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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