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BX16 AXY

2016 Lexus Gs

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

289,082 mi
Last recorded289,082 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Lexus Gs45,592 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX16 AXY
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 289,082 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 289,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2025 260,260 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 244,987 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 223,625 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 209,265 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 209,261 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 195,050 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2023 185,302 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak from top of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 182,424 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 182,424 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 164,343 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 150,506 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 148,668 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 144,612 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 144,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 142,972 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 134,004 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 133,829 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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BX16 AXY is a 2016 Lexus Gs in Black with a 2,494cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 BX16 AXY, 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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What year was BX16 AXY registered?

BX16 AXY is a 2016 Lexus Gs, first registered on 16 March 2016.

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