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HY08 VFV

2008 Lexus GS300

Purple Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

107,494 mi
Last recorded107,494 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 VFV
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 107,494 miles

FRFONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WORN ON EDGES + SLIGHT BLOW ON FRONT EXHAUST + SLIGHT MIST ON O/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER

Pass 9 Dec 2024 104,102 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 99,899 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 93,403 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 85,800 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2021 85,794 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 78,395 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

undertray fitted to vehicle

Fail 9 Dec 2020 78,395 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

undertray fitted to vehicle

Pass 6 Dec 2019 69,996 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 63,558 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 57,224 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 48,738 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 40,940 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 39,553 miles

misting inside off side head light

Pass 24 Mar 2014 33,058 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 31,956 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 30,090 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 29,253 miles

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
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HY08 VFV is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Purple with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Lexus GS300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 66,526 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY08 VFV, 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 18 years old, this Lexus GS300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY08 VFV registered?

HY08 VFV is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is HY08 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 VFV 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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