Lexus GS MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus GS. Check any GS by registration number below.

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90.1%

Avg Pass Rate

+3.4%

vs Lexus Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lexus GS — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus GS has an average MOT pass rate of 90.1%, which is 3.4 percentage points above the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the GS is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus GS fails its MOT are a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your GS for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Lexus GS, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Lexus GS performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 634 vehicles

94.5%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

5.6%

Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

2017

Based on 976 vehicles

95.8%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

5.4%

Mileage at 5yr

86k mi

2016

Based on 1,579 vehicles

93.8%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

5.7%

2015

Based on 938 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

6.0%

Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

2014

Based on 1,272 vehicles

91.7%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

8.8%

Mileage at 10yr

133k mi

2013

Based on 1,504 vehicles

92.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

7.4%

Mileage at 10yr

123k mi

2012

Based on 1,169 vehicles

88.2%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

11.2%

Mileage at 10yr

120k mi

2011

Based on 159 vehicles

88.1%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

13.7%

2010

Based on 287 vehicles

83.3%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

21.2%

2009

Based on 49 vehicles

91.8%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.7%

2008

Based on 49 vehicles

93.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

5.7%

2007

Based on 181 vehicles

81.2%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

34.6%

2006

Based on 137 vehicles

81.8%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

8.5%

Retest Rate

9.9%

0

Based on 3,797 vehicles

91.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Mileage at 5yr

74k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus GS

The most common reasons a Lexus GS fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

1.5%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.3%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.3%

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

1.1%

A tyre seriously damaged

0.9%

Lexus GS Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

1.1%

Rear Offside

0.8%

Nearside

0.6%

Other Lexus Models

Compare MOT reliability across Lexus models.

Lexus Ls430

88.8% pass rate

Lexus Is F

92.6% pass rate

Lexus Is 250 Advance Auto

87.6% pass rate

Lexus Gs450h

91.4% pass rate

Lexus Is 300h Premier Cvt

89.3% pass rate

Lexus Is250

82.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Lexus GS

Lexus GS — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus GS MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus GS?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus GS is 90.1% compared to the Lexus average of 86.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Lexus GS?

The most common MOT failures on the Lexus GS are: A tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (1.5%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.3%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Lexus GS reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 90.1%, the Lexus GS is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Lexus GS?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Lexus GS?

Typical mileage for the Lexus GS: 74,030 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used GS to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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