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MX12 HRE

2012 Lexus GS450H

Grey Other 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,743 mi
Last recorded116,743 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Lexus GS450H62,315 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX12 HRE
MakeLexus
ModelGS450H
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 116,743 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 108,642 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 1 Aug 2023 98,086 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 93,889 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 93,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 86,007 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 80,177 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 80,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 69,766 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 60,934 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 50,223 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 39,156 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 39,156 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2015 29,890 miles

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

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)

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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MX12 HRE is a 2012 Lexus GS450H in Grey with a 3,456cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Lexus GS450H models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 62,315 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 MX12 HRE, 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 14 years old, this Lexus GS450H is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MX12 HRE registered?

MX12 HRE is a 2012 Lexus GS450H, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is MX12 HRE safe to buy?

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