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SL59 VGE

2009 Lexus Gs

Red Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

251,040 mi
Last recorded251,040 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Lexus Gs66,527 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 VGE
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2025 251,040 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2025 251,040 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 243,201 miles

Front BOTH LOWER SUSP BALLMJOINT AND TRACK ROAD END BALL JOINT COVER WITH GRACE OR MATRIL

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ALONG MOUNTING ASWALL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 234,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2021 216,741 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 190,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 160,686 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 140,216 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 140,113 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 112,663 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 112,663 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 77,758 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 39,554 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 34,064 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Oct 2013 24,189 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 17,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Nov 2012 17,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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SL59 VGE is a 2009 Lexus Gs in Red with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Lexus Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 66,527 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 SL59 VGE, 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 17 years old, this Lexus Gs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SL59 VGE is a 2009 Lexus Gs, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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