Lexus GS reliability
MOT pass rates & common faults · 3,955 real DVSA tests · 2024
Across 3,955 real DVSA MOT tests in 2024, 89% of Lexus GS cars aged 8 to 12 years pass their MOT first time — ahead of the 73% average for all cars of that age. It holds up especially well on emissions & leaks and seat belts.
MOT pass rate by age
Where the GS tends to fail
Share of Lexus GS cars aged 8 to 12 years with no fault in each area (higher is better). The tick is the fleet average for the same age.
Holds up better than average on emissions & leaks, seat belts, steering.
Common questions
Is the Lexus GS reliable?
On 2024 MOT data the Lexus GS holds up well for its age: 89% of examples aged 8 to 12 years pass first time, against a 73% fleet average. That puts it ahead of 89% of similar-age models.
What is the MOT pass rate for a Lexus GS?
First-time MOT pass rates for the Lexus GS in 2024: 8 to 12 years, 89%. Pass rates fall with age across the whole fleet, so compare each figure with cars of the same age, not with a new car.
What commonly fails on a Lexus GS MOT?
No single area stands out as a recurring weakness for the Lexus GS versus other cars of the same age — its MOT failures are spread across the usual wear items (tyres, brakes, lamps).