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FM57 VAE

2008 Lexus GS450H

Silver Fuel cells 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

170,067 mi
Last recorded170,067 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Lexus GS450H75,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 VAE
MakeLexus
ModelGS450H
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeFuel cells
Engine3,456cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2022 170,067 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 152,092 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 143,528 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 135,732 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 126,916 miles

Oil leak engine oil ()

Fail 7 Feb 2018 126,916 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm across tyre (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak engine oil ()

Pass 20 Jan 2017 119,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

chip on windscreen

Pass 18 Jan 2016 112,737 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 107,002 miles

all tyres low in tread

eml on

Fail 18 Jan 2014 98,598 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 98,598 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 87,251 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 76,020 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 55,319 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 48,342 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 36,933 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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FM57 VAE is a 2008 Lexus GS450H in Silver with a 3,456cc fuel cells engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FM57 VAE, 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 FM57 VAE registered?

FM57 VAE is a 2008 Lexus GS450H, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is FM57 VAE safe to buy?

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