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78 TJ

2016 Lexus Gs

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,417 mi
Last recorded119,417 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Lexus Gs45,592 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration78 TJ
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 119,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 114,398 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 109,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 104,782 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 104,782 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 99,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 87,922 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 64,558 miles

How Reliable is the Lexus Gs?

Based on 38,949 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
6,066
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 238
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 116
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 101
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78 TJ is a 2016 Lexus Gs in Grey with a 2,494cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Lexus Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 45,592 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus Gs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 78 TJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus Gs typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 10 years old, this Lexus Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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78 TJ is a 2016 Lexus Gs, first registered on 9 June 2016.

Is 78 TJ safe to buy?

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