2008 Lexus GS · 1,939 MOT tests
2008 Lexus GS reliability
2008 Lexus GSs fail 21.8% of first MOT tests, 48% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 11 GS years (1,939 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Lexus GSs: 19.4%)
- 21.8%
- first-time fail rate (all Lexus GSs: 19.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 48% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 15
- 104,406
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 15
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,939
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2008 against the years either side
- 2007 cars: 44% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2008 car does better)
- 2009 cars: 51% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2008 car does worse)
- Strong point: suspension, 74% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2008 car carries a 57 plate (January–February 2008), or a 08 plate (March–August 2008), or a 58 plate (September–December 2008).
Common problems
What fails on a 2008 Lexus GS
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics10.3%
- Brakes5.9%
- Tyres5.3%
- Suspension4.4%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks2.8%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors2.1%
- Body, chassis and structure2.1%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Position lamp not working 2.73%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
Dipped beam headlamp not working 2.06%
A failed dipped beam makes it hard to see and be seen at night, so the lamp needs fixing before driving.
Shock absorber serious fluid leak 1.96%
A shock absorber leaking heavily has likely lost its damping, so the car will handle and brake less safely.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 1.86%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 1.75%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Exhaust has major gas leak 1.29%
A major exhaust leak can let poisonous gas into the car and is illegal, so it must be repaired before driving.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (11.29%) · Shock absorber light oil misting (7.74%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (7.12%) · Brake pads wearing thin (6.34%) · Exhaust has minor gas leak (4.8%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (3.66%)
Is a 2008 Lexus GS reliable?
2008 Lexus GSs fail 21.8% of first MOT tests, 48% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 11 GS years (1,939 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2008 Lexus GS MOT?
Most often position lamp not working (2.73% of tests), dipped beam headlamp not working (2.06% of tests), shock absorber serious fluid leak (1.96% of tests).
How many miles should a 2008 Lexus GS have done?
At its MOT aged about 15, a typical 2008 Lexus GS shows 104,406 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2008 car?
A car first registered in 2008 carries a 57 plate (January–February 2008), or a 08 plate (March–August 2008), or a 58 plate (September–December 2008).
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