At a Glance
The Lexus Gs has 6 identified common problems across 4 generations, with the S160 (1998-2005) being the most affected generation and tyres & wheels the most common problem category. Based on 206K MOT tests from DVSA data.
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Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Lexus Gs common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Lexus Gs generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Lexus Gs MOT Failures
Every reason Lexus Gs vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 11.58% |
| 2 | Tyre condition | 9.31% |
| 3 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 7.62% |
| 4 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 6.76% |
| 5 | Brake performance below minimum | 6.23% |
| 6 | Brake pads or linings worn | 6.21% |
| 7 | Front lamp not working | 5.20% |
| 8 | Number plate lamp not working | 4.53% |
| 9 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 3.29% |
| 10 | Exhaust system fault | 3.18% |
| 11 | Stop lamp not working | 2.96% |
| 12 | Headlamp aim defect | 2.10% |
| 13 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 2.10% |
| 14 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 2.03% |
| 15 | Position lamp not working | 2.01% |
| 16 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 1.77% |
| 17 | Headlamp fault | 1.76% |
| 18 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 1.71% |
| 19 | Windscreen washer not working | 1.39% |
| 20 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 1.32% |
| 21 | Brake disc or drum worn | 1.30% |
| 22 | Parking brake condition | 1.09% |
| 23 | ABS fault | 0.97% |
| 24 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.85% |
| 25 | Rear lamp not working | 0.85% |
| 26 | Track rod end worn | 0.68% |
| 27 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.65% |
| 28 | Fog lamp not working | 0.65% |
| 29 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.63% |
| 30 | Indicator fault | 0.63% |
| 31 | Electronic stability control fault | 0.59% |
| 32 | Tyre pressure monitoring system fault | 0.52% |
| 33 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 0.51% |
| 34 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.44% |
| 35 | Brake caliper fault | 0.44% |
| 36 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.37% |
| 37 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.35% |
| 38 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.34% |
| 39 | Seat belt condition | 0.31% |
| 40 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.27% |
| 41 | Suspension mounting corroded | 0.21% |
| 42 | Steering rack fault | 0.21% |
| 43 | Rear suspension fault | 0.20% |
| 44 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.19% |
| 45 | Horn not working | 0.19% |
| 46 | Front suspension fault | 0.18% |
| 47 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.16% |
| 48 | Steering lock fault | 0.15% |
| 49 | Brake lever fault | 0.15% |
| 50 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.14% |
| 51 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.13% |
| 52 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.13% |
| 53 | Chassis condition | 0.13% |
| 54 | Brake pedal fault | 0.13% |
| 55 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.12% |
| 56 | Airbag warning light on | 0.12% |
| 57 | Brake fluid leak | 0.10% |
| 58 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.09% |
| 59 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.09% |
| 60 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.09% |
| 61 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.07% |
| 62 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.07% |
| 63 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.06% |
| 64 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.06% |
| 65 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.06% |
| 66 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.06% |
| 67 | Driveshaft fault | 0.06% |
| 68 | Steering arm worn | 0.06% |
| 69 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.05% |
| 70 | Body security fault | 0.05% |
| 71 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.04% |
| 72 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | 0.04% |
| 73 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.04% |
| 74 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.04% |
| 75 | Headlamp washer not working | 0.04% |
| 76 | Electrical switch fault | 0.04% |
| 77 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.04% |
| 78 | Engine oil leak | 0.03% |
| 79 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.03% |
| 80 | Steering free play excessive | 0.03% |
| 81 | Steering column fault | 0.03% |
| 82 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.03% |
| 83 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.03% |
| 84 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.03% |
| 85 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.03% |
| 86 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 87 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.02% |
| 88 | Electronic braking system fault | 0.02% |
| 89 | Suspension unit fault | 0.02% |
| 90 | Drag link end worn | 0.02% |
| 91 | Driver seat fault | 0.02% |
| 92 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.02% |
| 93 | Access panel damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 94 | Power steering ram fault | 0.02% |
| 95 | Steering operation fault | 0.02% |
| 96 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.01% |
| 97 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | 0.01% |
| 98 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | 0.01% |
| 99 | Speedometer fault | 0.01% |
| 100 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | 0.01% |
| 101 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.01% |
| 102 | Front passenger door fault | 0.01% |
| 103 | Driver airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 104 | Electronic parking brake fault | <0.01% |
| 105 | Reversing lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 106 | Undertray damaged or missing | <0.01% |
| 107 | Driver door fault | <0.01% |
| 108 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 109 | Bonded suspension condition | <0.01% |
| 110 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 111 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 112 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | <0.01% |
| 113 | Brake stationary pin worn | <0.01% |
| 114 | Dip switch fault | <0.01% |
| 115 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 116 | King pin or swivel pin worn | <0.01% |
| 117 | Electric power steering fault | <0.01% |
| 118 | Exhaust leak | <0.01% |
| 119 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 120 | Steering drive system fault | <0.01% |
| 121 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 122 | Air suspension levelling valve fault | <0.01% |
| 123 | Brake master cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 124 | Passenger seat fault | <0.01% |
| 125 | Power steering pump fault | <0.01% |
| 126 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 127 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 128 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 129 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 130 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 131 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 132 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 133 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 134 | Propshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 135 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 136 | Spring mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 137 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 138 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 139 | Towbar fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 141 | Engine mounting worn or broken | <0.01% |
| 142 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 143 | Stub axle worn | <0.01% |
| 144 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 145 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
| 146 | Steering coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 147 | Brake clevis joint worn | <0.01% |
| 148 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 149 | Dropside damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 150 | Halfshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 152 | Load sensing valve fault | <0.01% |
| 153 | Outline marker lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 154 | Panhard rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 155 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 156 | Seat belt load limiter fault | <0.01% |
| 157 | Spare wheel fault | <0.01% |
| 158 | Steering damper fault | <0.01% |
| 159 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | <0.01% |
| 160 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 161 | Suspension coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 162 | Transmission drive belt fault | <0.01% |
| 163 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
Showing all 163 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Lexus Gs MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Lexus Gs, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Lexus Gs problems?
Based on analysis of 206K Lexus Gs MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 6 identified common problems across 4 generations. The most frequently flagged issue is "Front suspension joint worn". Tyres & Wheels is the most common problem category.
Which Lexus Gs generation has the most problems?
The Lexus Gs S160 (1998-2005) (1998–2005) has the highest number of identified common problems (8). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Lexus Gs?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Lexus Gs owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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