Lexus Gs300: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 4.5% of Lexus Gs300 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1996, 1997 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 301 | 4.7% |
| 1997 | 456 | 4.2% |
| 1998 | 956 | 4.1% |
| 2001 | 851 | 4.1% |
| 2003 | 884 | 4.1% |
| 2004 | 483 | 3.9% |
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.