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SM12 EVG

2012 Lexus Gs

Black Electric 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,502 mi
Last recorded90,502 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Lexus Gs58,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 EVG
MakeLexus
ModelGs
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeElectric
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 90,502 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 86,540 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 77,587 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 69,195 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 60,193 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 52,168 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear silencer heat shield is loose

Pass 13 Jun 2019 49,876 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 46,055 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 43,741 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 40,141 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 31,643 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)

all four tyres have cracks on sidewall

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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SM12 EVG is a 2012 Lexus Gs in Black with a 3,456cc electric engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM12 EVG, 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 SM12 EVG registered?

SM12 EVG is a 2012 Lexus Gs, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is SM12 EVG safe to buy?

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