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Lexus IS200

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,988 cc

Y298 OVTMOT history

Y298 OVT is a green petrol Lexus IS200 first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 196,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

Y298 OVT green Lexus IS200 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Lexus IS200, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Apr 2026
Mileage
196,732 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 OVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Lexus
Model
IS200
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 OVT was last recorded at 196,732 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 3,829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,903 miles · 18 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
3,829 miles
Average per year
7,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 196,732 miles
  • 2024 – 192,903 miles
  • 2023 – 190,361 miles
  • 2022 – 181,141 miles
  • 2021 – 172,053 miles
  • 2020 – 165,701 miles
  • 2019 – 160,850 miles
  • 2017 – 155,557 miles
  • 2016 – 146,193 miles
  • 2014 – 131,357 miles
  • 2013 – 102,293 miles
  • 2012 – 89,208 miles
  • 2011 – 74,647 miles
  • 2009 – 71,965 miles
  • 2008 – 64,511 miles
  • 2007 – 53,678 miles
  • 2006 – 49,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,732 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm left and inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,732 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    196,732 miles
    Test number
    606650097524
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm left and inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail196,730 miles (+3,827)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,730 miles
    Test number
    241509279724
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm left and inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass192,903 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    192,903 miles
    Test number
    108988416425
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail192,903 miles (+2,542)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,903 miles
    Test number
    385808792022
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm left (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass190,361 miles (+9,220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    190,361 miles
    Test number
    552578335872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass181,141 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    181,141 miles
    Test number
    814253274257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail181,141 miles (+9,088)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,141 miles
    Test number
    361167363037
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail washel (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass172,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    172,053 miles
    Test number
    957231785920
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth dip patterns poor
  9. Fail172,053 miles (+6,352)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,053 miles
    Test number
    940832309462
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end modification unsafe split pin missing from lock nut (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth dip patterns poor
  10. Pass165,701 miles (+4,851)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    165,701 miles
    Test number
    484352658016
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor dip pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor dip pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass160,850 miles (+5,293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    160,850 miles
    Test number
    243953665245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer edge worn slightly
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components minor corrosion
  12. Pass155,557 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    155,557 miles
    Test number
    566003386722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass152,626 miles (+6,433)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    152,626 miles
    Test number
    906366098375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass146,193 miles (+14,836)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    146,193 miles
    Test number
    926493711592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass131,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    131,357 miles
    Test number
    527207254332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail131,357 miles (+14,093)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,357 miles
    Test number
    887416154330
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  17. Pass117,264 miles (+14,971)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    117,264 miles
    Test number
    456899004047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,293 miles (+13,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    102,293 miles
    Test number
    859734213057
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass89,208 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    89,208 miles
    Test number
    248726912058
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail89,208 miles (+14,561)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,208 miles
    Test number
    839716712022
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  21. Pass74,647 miles (+2,682)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,647 miles
    Test number
    377950021004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,965 miles (+7,454)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    71,965 miles
    Test number
    181957929306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    64,511 miles
    Test number
    761048338378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,508 miles (+10,830)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,508 miles
    Test number
    634998638374
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Pass53,678 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,678 miles
    Test number
    271160337309
    • Note1.slight damage to n/s/f roadwheel inner rim.2.uneven wear front tyres on inner edges
  26. Fail53,678 miles (+3,870)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,678 miles
    Test number
    123057327387
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Note1.slight damage to n/s/f roadwheel inner rim.2.uneven wear front tyres on inner edges
  27. Pass49,808 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    49,808 miles
    Test number
    100549216365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  28. Pass49,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    49,764 miles
    Test number
    984950356205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail49,758 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,758 miles
    Test number
    153350956241
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about Y298 OVT

Does Y298 OVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 OVT expired on 17 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 OVT?
The MOT on Y298 OVT expired on 17 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 OVT done?
Y298 OVT was recorded at 196,732 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 7,899 miles a year.
Has Y298 OVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 OVT has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y298 OVT 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 Y298 OVT find?
Y298 OVT passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both lamps; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm left and inner edge wearing, and 2 more.

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