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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Gs450h. Check any Gs450h by registration number below.

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83.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.3%

vs Lexus Avg

7

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Lexus Gs450h — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Gs450h has an average MOT pass rate of 83.4%, which is 3.3 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Gs450h is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus Gs450h fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Gs450h 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 Gs450h, 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 Gs450h performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 58 vehicles

91.4%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

7.9%

2010

Based on 181 vehicles

82.3%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

18.3%

2009

Based on 537 vehicles

82.7%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

17.3%

2008

Based on 904 vehicles

83.3%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

15.0%

2007

Based on 992 vehicles

82.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

14.3%

2006

Based on 754 vehicles

78.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

22.4%

0

Based on 1,558 vehicles

83.7%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Mileage at 5yr

111k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus Gs450h

The most common reasons a Lexus Gs450h fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.4%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.1%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.1%
4

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

2.0%
5

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

1.9%
Lexus Gs450h Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

5.2%

Rear Offside

5.2%

Front Offside

5.2%

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 Is 300h Premier Cvt

89.3% pass rate

Lexus Is250

82.0% pass rate

Lexus Rx400h

77.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

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 Gs450h

Lexus Gs450h — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Gs450h MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Gs450h?
The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Gs450h is 83.4% 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 Gs450h?
The most common MOT failures on the Lexus Gs450h are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.4%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (2.1%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Lexus Gs450h reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 83.4%, the Lexus Gs450h is rated as "Good" 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 Gs450h?
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 Gs450h?
Typical mileage for the Lexus Gs450h: 111,486 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Gs450h to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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