Lexus Gs300: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 9.1% of Lexus Gs300 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1998, 2001 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 301 | 7.3% |
| 1997 | 456 | 7.7% |
| 1998 | 956 | 9.1% |
| 2001 | 851 | 9.3% |
| 2003 | 884 | 7.8% |
| 2004 | 483 | 8.5% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.