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YL57 HGK

2008 Lexus GS450H

Green Other 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

201,805 mi
Last recorded201,805 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS450H75,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL57 HGK
MakeLexus
ModelGS450H
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,456cc
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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Fail 20 May 2026 201,805 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 195,362 miles

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))

under body covered with under seal

Fail 16 May 2025 195,362 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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))

under body covered with under seal

Pass 17 Jun 2024 184,403 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 184,402 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges abs wiring (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 173,249 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 160,194 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2022 160,194 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 153,851 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 153,851 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 144,137 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 144,137 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 134,352 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 126,026 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 118,060 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 111,809 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 111,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 99,287 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 89,395 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 79,618 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 69,436 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 64,432 miles

offside front tyre inner edge wearing low

Pass 30 Dec 2011 63,942 miles

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

rear disks corroded and lipped

Pass 22 Dec 2010 50,295 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 50,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rust on all dicsc

How Reliable is the Lexus GS450H?

Based on 31,026 MOT tests across 2,030 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
6,099
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 682
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 454
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 273
position lamp(s) not working 269
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 237
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YL57 HGK is a 2008 Lexus GS450H in Green with a 3,456cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 2008 Lexus GS450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 75,118 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 GS450H fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YL57 HGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus GS450H typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Lexus GS450H is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YL57 HGK registered?

YL57 HGK is a 2008 Lexus GS450H, first registered on 7 January 2008.

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