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VK08 KGJ

2008 Lexus GS300

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,914 mi
Last recorded125,914 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS30066,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 KGJ
MakeLexus
ModelGS300
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 125,914 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 117,375 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 110,654 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake has little reserve travel

Pass 7 Sep 2022 103,953 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 97,298 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 93,264 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 91,556 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 91,556 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 88,956 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 79,675 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 68,902 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 59,201 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 50,164 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 40,993 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 40,993 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 39,669 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 33,438 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 24,263 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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VK08 KGJ is a 2008 Lexus GS300 in Black 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 VK08 KGJ, 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 VK08 KGJ registered?

VK08 KGJ is a 2008 Lexus GS300, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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