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GU56 VYD

2006 Lexus Gs

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

152,827 mi
Last recorded152,827 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Lexus Gs85,807 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 VYD
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 152,827 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2021 145,799 miles

Offside Rear 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))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2020 138,745 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2020 138,745 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 133,022 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 119,066 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 108,790 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 106,008 miles

Brake Warning Light ON

Rear Parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.3b)

Fail 18 May 2015 106,008 miles

Brake Warning Light ON

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.3b)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 98,361 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 98,198 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 88,618 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 79,061 miles

n/s/f+n/s/r---tyres cut.but not sow white cord

Fail 9 Nov 2011 79,059 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f+n/s/r---tyres cut.but not sow white cord

Pass 13 May 2010 62,730 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 62,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 62,544 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

How Reliable is the Lexus Gs?

Based on 38,949 MOT tests across 3,976 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
6,066
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,976
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 238
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 116
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 101
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GU56 VYD is a 2006 Lexus Gs in Black with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2006 Lexus Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 85,807 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 Gs fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 238 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU56 VYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GU56 VYD registered?

GU56 VYD is a 2006 Lexus Gs, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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