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Lexus GS MOT Results

Registered in 2006
73.7% pass rate
from 972 tests in 2021
(44% better than other 2006 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2006 cars and highlighted areas where the Lexus GS is unusually good or bad.

  • 8.6% fail on Brakes (30% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 3.5% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 3.4% fail on Brake linings and pads (64% worse than other 2006 cars)
        • 3.4% fail on Brake pads (65% worse than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.31% fail on Brake discs and drums (75% better than other 2006 cars)
        • 0.31% fail on Brake discs (75% better than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages
        • 0.10% fail on Lever
    • 3.5% fail on Brake performance (48% better than other 2006 cars)
      • 2.1% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (45% better than other 2006 cars)
        • 2.0% fail on Rbt (sp) (45% better than other 2006 cars)
        • 0.10% fail on Decelerometer (sp)
      • 1.2% fail on Service brake performance (55% better than other 2006 cars)
        • 1.1% fail on Rbt (58% better than other 2006 cars)
          • 0.93% fail on Service brake performance (60% better than other 2006 cars)
          • 0.21% fail on Service brake imbalance
        • 0.10% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.10% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.72% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 0.62% fail on Rbt
          • 0.51% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.10% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
        • 0.10% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.10% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      • 0.10% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 0.10% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 0.10% fail on Service brake imbalance
    • 1.9% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 1.5% fail on Electronic stability control (3 times worse than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.51% fail on Anti-lock braking system
    • 0.62% fail on Rigid brake pipes (76% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Parking brake control
      • 0.21% fail on Lever
    • 0.21% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.21% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.10% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
      • 0.10% fail on Hydraulic brake cylinder
    • 0.10% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.10% fail on Pedal
    • 0.10% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.10% fail on Other components
  • 7.3% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (53% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 4.5% fail on Headlamps
      • 3.4% fail on Headlamp
      • 1.1% fail on Headlamp levelling device (3 times worse than other 2006 cars)
    • 3.7% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 3.5% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.21% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.51% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
      • 0.51% fail on Rear fog lamp
        • 0.51% fail on Rear fog lamp
    • 0.10% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.10% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.10% fail on Stop lamp
    • 0.10% fail on Direction indicators
      • 0.10% fail on Flashing type
        • 0.10% fail on Side repeaters
    • 0.10% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
  • 5.0% fail on Tyres
    • 3.0% fail on Tread depth
    • 2.2% fail on Condition
    • 0.21% fail on Size/type
  • 4.2% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (32% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 4.2% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 4.1% fail on Spark ignition
        • 2.9% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
        • 1.6% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.21% fail on Emissions not tested
      • 0.10% fail on Compression ignition
        • 0.10% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
  • 3.7% fail on Suspension (78% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 2.0% fail on Shock absorbers (99% worse than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.51% fail on Anti-roll bars (90% better than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.10% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.10% fail on Linkage
      • 0.10% fail on Linkage pins and bushes
      • 0.10% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 0.10% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.41% fail on Springs (92% better than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.41% fail on Coil springs (92% better than other 2006 cars)
        • 0.41% fail on Coil spring (92% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.41% fail on Suspension arms (92% better than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Ball joint (90% better than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.41% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.21% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
      • 0.10% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.10% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 0.21% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas (85% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Wheel bearings
  • 3.1% fail on Visibility (56% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 1.6% fail on Wipers (51% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.51% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.51% fail on Washers (85% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.21% fail on Windscreen
    • 0.21% fail on View to rear
      • 0.21% fail on Mirrors
  • 2.1% fail on Body, chassis, structure (74% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 1.7% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.10% fail on Integral vehicle structure
      • 0.10% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
    • 0.10% fail on Seats
      • 0.10% fail on Driver's seat
    • 0.10% fail on Undertray
  • 0.72% fail on Steering (78% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.21% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.21% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.21% fail on Steering linkage components (92% better than other 2006 cars)
      • 0.21% fail on Track rod end (91% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.10% fail on Power steering
      • 0.10% fail on Pump
    • 0.10% fail on Steering column
    • 0.10% fail on Steering play
      • 0.10% fail on Steering rack
  • 0.62% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (74% better than other 2006 cars)
    • 0.41% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.41% fail on Condition
    • 0.21% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (84% better than other 2006 cars)
  • 0.62% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.62% fail on Attachment
  • 0.31% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.31% fail on Registration plates
Read the Honest John Review

  • Lexus GS (2005 - 2012)
    Very refined and quiet. Effortless performance from all engines. Hybrid GS450h is superbly refined. Stuffed with technology and equipment. Excellent crash test rating.

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