CarVerify

Free Car Check

GU56 XWL

2007 Lexus GS300

Silver Petrol 2995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

98,606 mi
Last recorded98,606 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Lexus GS30071,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lexus
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 XWL
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 98,606 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 97,464 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 96,721 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 96,721 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 95,615 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 94,423 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres starting to perish in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 93,465 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2020 91,569 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 87,740 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp

Fail 13 Feb 2019 87,735 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp

Pass 5 Mar 2018 83,847 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 77,435 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 77,432 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 70,213 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 58,531 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 39,262 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 39,262 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 34,736 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 27,708 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 19,843 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 15,993 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Lexus GS300?

Based on 172,303 MOT tests across 13,418 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
5,299
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
13,418
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,060
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3,631
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,795
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,777
position lamp(s) not working 2,752
Full Lexus GS300 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GU56 XWL is a 2007 Lexus GS300 in Silver with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 71,340 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 GS300 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU56 XWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS300 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 19 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GU56 XWL?

You can check the full history of GU56 XWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GU56 XWL registered?

GU56 XWL is a 2007 Lexus GS300, first registered on 15 February 2007.

Is GU56 XWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 XWL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU56 XWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GU56 XWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.