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KU55 TYE

2012 Lexus Gs

Blue Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

154,566 mi
Last recorded154,566 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Lexus Gs58,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 TYE
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 154,566 miles

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2025 153,545 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray and engine cover fitted,

Pass 29 Feb 2024 145,433 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 141,747 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 137,976 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 125,603 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2021 125,241 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road chipped, in excess of 10mm (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 May 2019 100,822 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2019 100,822 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 83,985 miles

fluctuation on nearside rear brake

front brake pads approx 4mm

Fail 9 May 2018 83,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

fluctuation on nearside rear brake

front brake pads approx 4mm

Pass 15 Mar 2017 66,353 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016 49,640 miles

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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KU55 TYE is a 2012 Lexus Gs in Blue with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Lexus Gs models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 58,784 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 KU55 TYE, 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 14 years old, this Lexus Gs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KU55 TYE registered?

KU55 TYE is a 2012 Lexus Gs, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is KU55 TYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU55 TYE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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