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GU16 MVC

2016 Lexus Gs

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

290,334 mi
Last recorded290,334 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Lexus Gs45,592 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU16 MVC
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 290,334 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 287,229 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 284,189 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 281,341 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 278,849 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 276,242 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 276,182 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 270,047 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 239,132 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 210,865 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 207,869 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 172,183 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 139,205 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 110,982 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 90,161 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 89,922 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2020 66,151 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 40,345 miles

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

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

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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GU16 MVC is a 2016 Lexus Gs in Black with a 2,494cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GU16 MVC, 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 GU16 MVC registered?

GU16 MVC is a 2016 Lexus Gs, first registered on 17 March 2016.

Is GU16 MVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU16 MVC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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