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SJ08 GJU

2008 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

84,196 mi
Last recorded84,196 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ08 GJU
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 84,196 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small leak from f/pipe clamped joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses are misted/scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 79,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 76,407 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both light perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear light perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 72,254 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 69,185 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 69,185 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 65,837 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 63,844 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 61,991 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 61,991 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 60,614 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 58,653 miles

offside front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 16 Mar 2016 56,869 miles

Offside Front Offside front tyre inner edge worn.

Pass 16 Mar 2015 54,847 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 54,847 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 51,848 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 47,481 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 41,600 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 35,394 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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SJ08 GJU is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SJ08 GJU, 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 SJ08 GJU registered?

SJ08 GJU is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 15 March 2008.

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The MOT history for SJ08 GJU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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