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AU08 XJT

2008 Lexus GS450H

Black Petrol 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

188,479 mi
Last recorded188,479 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS450H75,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XJT
MakeLexus
ModelGS450H
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 188,479 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 188,395 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 188,020 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 187,635 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2022 187,635 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 185,556 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2021 185,556 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 184,637 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 170,328 miles

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

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2018 159,177 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 154,217 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 137,606 miles

Nearside Rear tyre reading 3mm

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

Offside Rear tyre reading 3mm

Fail 10 Mar 2015 118,388 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 118,388 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 101,308 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 101,308 miles

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

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 82,195 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 63,712 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 49,524 miles

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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AU08 XJT is a 2008 Lexus GS450H in Black with a 3,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AU08 XJT, 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 AU08 XJT registered?

AU08 XJT is a 2008 Lexus GS450H, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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