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Lexus GS300

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,997 cc

X438 KDAMOT history

X438 KDA is a blue petrol Lexus GS300 first used on 2 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 106,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
106,272 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X438 KDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
GS300
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X438 KDA was last recorded at 106,272 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,272 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,272 miles
  • 2025 – 102,029 miles
  • 2024 – 95,758 miles
  • 2023 – 91,677 miles
  • 2022 – 84,811 miles
  • 2021 – 77,696 miles
  • 2019 – 71,299 miles
  • 2018 – 67,690 miles
  • 2017 – 65,146 miles
  • 2016 – 63,681 miles
  • 2015 – 62,412 miles
  • 2014 – 61,341 miles
  • 2013 – 58,826 miles
  • 2012 – 57,161 miles
  • 2011 – 54,741 miles
  • 2010 – 52,553 miles
  • 2009 – 50,353 miles
  • 2008 – 45,455 miles
  • 2007 – 39,834 miles
  • 2006 – 32,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,272 miles
  • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides dull (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Corrosion on exhaust system

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside wiper blade split

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Unable to see rear brake pads fully

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,272 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    106,272 miles
    Test number
    580849637875
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides dull (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail106,272 miles (+4,243)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,272 miles
    Test number
    521421531967
    • MajorNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides dull (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass102,029 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,029 miles
    Test number
    802171755864
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail102,019 miles (+6,261)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,019 miles
    Test number
    470021733768
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass95,758 miles (+4,081)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    632891875579
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at offside back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe missing at off side box.
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  6. Pass91,677 miles (+50)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,677 miles
    Test number
    101607490954
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both offside and nearside. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Fail91,627 miles (+6,816)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,627 miles
    Test number
    500291671322
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both offside and nearside. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass84,811 miles (+7,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    84,811 miles
    Test number
    573441024512
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Pass77,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    77,696 miles
    Test number
    414317997010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail77,696 miles (+6,397)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,696 miles
    Test number
    214804090633
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass71,299 miles5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    301501457688
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight seepage (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight seepage (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low urgent attention req (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail71,299 miles (+3,609)1 major5 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    494308177654
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight seepage (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight seepage (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt slight seepage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low urgent attention req (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass67,690 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    343195828290
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark slightly low (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively advise attention (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracks around tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle rear wishbone bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCondensation in both offside head lamps
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust system
    • AdvisoryDamp at steering rack and slight movement at mountings
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge and damage on outer side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside head light pattern poor / lens cloudy
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOil leak on rear axle
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pads fully
  14. Fail67,690 miles (+2,544)2 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    568285884976
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions incorrect rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark slightly low (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively advise attention (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracks around tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle rear wishbone bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCondensation in both offside head lamps
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust system
    • AdvisoryDamp at steering rack and slight movement at mountings
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge and damage on outer side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside head light pattern poor / lens cloudy
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOil leak on rear axle
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pads fully
  15. Pass65,146 miles (+1,465)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,146 miles
    Test number
    732785864767
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle rear suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust system
    • AdvisoryDamage on nearside front tyre outer wall
    • AdvisoryNearside head light pattern poor
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brake pads fully
  16. Pass63,681 miles (+1,269)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,681 miles
    Test number
    512257727374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,412 miles (+1,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    62,412 miles
    Test number
    169052975127
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear exhaust joints
    • AdvisoryDamage on nearside front tyre side wall
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads look low
  18. Pass61,341 miles (+2,515)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    61,341 miles
    Test number
    928339564252
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage on nearside front tyre side wall
    • NoteOil leak on rear axle
    • NoteRear brake pads look low
  19. Pass58,826 miles (+1,665)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    58,826 miles
    Test number
    709871173272
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage on nearside front tyre side wall
  20. Pass57,161 miles (+2,420)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,161 miles
    Test number
    719725272257
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slight bulge on inner sidewall
  21. Pass54,741 miles (+2,188)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,741 miles
    Test number
    625290271275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,553 miles (+2,200)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,553 miles
    Test number
    404321270209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated
  23. Pass50,353 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,353 miles
    Test number
    282923379249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated
  24. Fail50,353 miles (+4,898)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,353 miles
    Test number
    704792779233
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated
  25. Pass45,455 miles (+5,621)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,455 miles
    Test number
    702487878283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,834 miles (+7,230)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,834 miles
    Test number
    360650377225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,604 miles
    Test number
    484355056286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X438 KDA

Does X438 KDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X438 KDA is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X438 KDA?
The MOT on X438 KDA is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X438 KDA done?
X438 KDA was recorded at 106,272 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 3,723 miles a year.
Has X438 KDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X438 KDA has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X438 KDA 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 X438 KDA find?
X438 KDA passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides dull; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 4 more.

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