2010 Lexus Gs — MOT failures & pass rate
647 MOT tests on the 2010 Lexus Gs are in this dataset, and 85.3% of them passed. Against executive cars of a similar age (20.8% fail rate), the 2010 Gs comes out 6.1pp better. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.6% of tests against 5.4% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, headlamp aim and shock absorbers — position lamp alone was recorded 37 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 9.9% of 30-60k cars fail, rising to 22.8% once past 150k — 2.3× the risk.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 22.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.6% | 62 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.4% | 35 |
| 3 | Tyres | 3.5% | 23 |
| 4 | Suspension | 2.6% | 17 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.2% | 14 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 1.6% | 10 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 37 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 26 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 23 |
| 4 | Wipers | 15 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 14 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.9% | 148 |
| 2 | Brakes | 20.9% | 135 |
| 3 | Suspension | 16.7% | 108 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.0% | 39 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 5.3% | 34 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.0% | 32 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 91 | 9.9% |
| 60-90k | 156 | 13.5% |
| 90-120k | 209 | 14.8% |
| 120-150k | 121 | 14.9% |
| 150k+ | 57 | 22.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 297 | 13.8% |
| Other | 180 | 12.8% |
| Petrol | 89 | 22.5% |
| Electric | 81 | 13.6% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 135 | 14.1% |
| 2022 | 134 | 13.4% |
| 2023 | 133 | 13.5% |
| 2024 | 125 | 18.4% |
| 2025 | 120 | 14.2% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Gs
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 9.6% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (9.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (5.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Tyres (3.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2010 Lexus Gss pass their MOT?
85.3% of the 647 2010 Lexus Gs MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 14.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Lexus Gs?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.6% of tests, followed by brakes (5.4%).
Does the 2010 Gs get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.9% in the 30-60k band to 22.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 647 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.