2011 Lexus Gs — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 346 MOT tests, the 2011 Lexus Gs recorded an 88.1% pass rate. That is 7.8 percentage points better than executive cars of a similar age, which fail at 19.7%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (4.9%) and tyres (4.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, position lamp and wipers — shock absorbers alone was recorded 13 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 6.8% in the 30-60k band and 12.9% in the 120-150k band, a 6.1-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 23.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 15.4% in 2021 to 10.6% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.9% | 17 |
| 2 | Tyres | 4.6% | 16 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.5% | 12 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.5% | 12 |
| 5 | Brakes | 2.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 13 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 10 |
| 3 | Wipers | 9 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 6 |
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 | 23.1% | 80 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.4% | 74 |
| 3 | Suspension | 16.5% | 57 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.1% | 21 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 4.3% | 15 |
| 6 | Other defects | 3.8% | 13 |
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 | 59 | 6.8% |
| 60-90k | 114 | 11.4% |
| 90-120k | 114 | 14.9% |
| 120-150k | 31 | 12.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 178 | 11.2% |
| Petrol | 63 | 12.7% |
| Electric | 54 | 11.1% |
| Other | 51 | 13.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 78 | 15.4% |
| 2022 | 65 | 12.3% |
| 2023 | 70 | 8.6% |
| 2024 | 67 | 11.9% |
| 2025 | 66 | 10.6% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Gs
On a 2011 Gs, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (4.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (4.6% 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.
- Visibility (3.5% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2011 Lexus Gss pass their MOT?
88.1% of the 346 2011 Lexus Gs MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Lexus Gs?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.9% of tests, followed by tyres (4.6%).
Does the 2011 Gs get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.8% in the 30-60k band to 12.9% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 346 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.