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SM12 EVF

2012 Lexus GS450H

White Other 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,145 mi
Last recorded96,145 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Lexus GS450H62,315 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 EVF
MakeLexus
ModelGS450H
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 96,145 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all four in wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 86,715 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 77,593 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 74,741 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 71,061 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 68,164 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 62,315 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 62,315 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 54,439 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 54,438 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 53,129 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 47,229 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 47,229 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)

Pass 25 May 2016 40,156 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 30,225 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SM12 EVF is a 2012 Lexus GS450H in White with a 3,456cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM12 EVF, 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 SM12 EVF registered?

SM12 EVF is a 2012 Lexus GS450H, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is SM12 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 EVF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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