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Lexus LS430

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,293 cc

X779 ELFMOT history

X779 ELF is a black petrol Lexus LS430 first used on 9 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 230,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
230,331 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X779 ELF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
LS430
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,293 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X779 ELF was last recorded at 230,331 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 4,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,815 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
4,516 miles
Average per year
9,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 230,331 miles
  • 2024 – 225,815 miles
  • 2023 – 219,400 miles
  • 2022 – 207,052 miles
  • 2021 – 198,268 miles
  • 2020 – 187,374 miles
  • 2019 – 185,652 miles
  • 2018 – 177,052 miles
  • 2017 – 169,846 miles
  • 2016 – 158,899 miles
  • 2014 – 148,188 miles
  • 2013 – 138,759 miles
  • 2012 – 128,133 miles
  • 2011 – 116,643 miles
  • 2010 – 108,707 miles
  • 2009 – 96,504 miles
  • 2007 – 68,458 miles
  • 2006 – 56,636 miles
  • 2005 – 47,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,331 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,331 miles (+4,516)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    230,331 miles
    Test number
    839929068824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass225,815 miles (+6,415)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    225,815 miles
    Test number
    775825027106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass219,400 miles (+12,348)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    219,400 miles
    Test number
    221979832144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass207,052 miles (+8,784)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    207,052 miles
    Test number
    818989181436
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass198,268 miles (+10,894)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    198,268 miles
    Test number
    418951224365
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass187,374 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    187,374 miles
    Test number
    315621332907
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps no lamps fitted at time of test (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail187,374 miles (+1,722)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,374 miles
    Test number
    185458314546
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All position lamps no lamps fitted at time of test (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass185,652 miles (+8,600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    185,652 miles
    Test number
    321380341205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass177,052 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    177,052 miles
    Test number
    840924774339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass176,616 miles (+6,770)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    176,616 miles
    Test number
    997518868371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass169,846 miles (+10,947)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    169,846 miles
    Test number
    264726142633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass158,899 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    158,899 miles
    Test number
    233154834801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail158,897 miles (+10,709)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,897 miles
    Test number
    613628912420
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass148,188 miles (+9,429)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    148,188 miles
    Test number
    457402454366
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass138,759 miles (+10,626)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    138,759 miles
    Test number
    905144153381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail128,133 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,133 miles
    Test number
    309954852393
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass128,133 miles (+11,490)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    128,133 miles
    Test number
    495844852490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass116,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    116,643 miles
    Test number
    569055351371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail116,643 miles (+7,936)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,643 miles
    Test number
    739844351349
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass108,707 miles (+12,203)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    108,707 miles
    Test number
    220863740370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,504 miles (+12,066)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    96,504 miles
    Test number
    260121959375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,438 miles (+15,980)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    84,438 miles
    Test number
    274132909012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,458 miles (+11,822)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    68,458 miles
    Test number
    620557447303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,636 miles (+9,010)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    56,636 miles
    Test number
    661524656313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    672153565396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X779 ELF

Does X779 ELF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X779 ELF expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X779 ELF?
The MOT on X779 ELF expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X779 ELF done?
X779 ELF was recorded at 230,331 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 9,227 miles a year.
Has X779 ELF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X779 ELF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on X779 ELF 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 X779 ELF find?
X779 ELF passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 4 more.

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