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K8 GDV

2012 Lexus Gs

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

157,954 mi
Last recorded157,954 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus Gs58,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 GDV
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 157,954 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 148,504 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 137,104 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2024 137,104 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 127,264 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 124,567 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 121,913 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips all over (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 114,568 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 114,568 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2020 103,908 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 100,413 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 92,191 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 77,366 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 77,366 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 75,081 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 44,804 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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K8 GDV is a 2012 Lexus Gs in Black with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Lexus Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 58,784 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 K8 GDV, 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 14 years old, this Lexus Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K8 GDV registered?

K8 GDV is a 2012 Lexus Gs, first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is K8 GDV safe to buy?

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