Lexus Gs (2006)
2006 Lexus Gs
CarHunch analysed 134 real MOT records for the 2006 Lexus Gs. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Lexus GS posts an 81% first-time pass rate, marginally above the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that 36.6% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable levels for a buyer considering one. This suggests age-related wear is catching up with the model, and serious issues aren't rare.
At just under 94,000 miles median mileage, these cars are averaging 15.1 advisories per test, which is substantial wear signalling. The 3.13 average failures per vehicle indicates that when they do fail, it's typically multiple component issues rather than isolated problems. Before purchasing, have a pre-buy inspection focus on suspension, braking system, and electrical components—the volume of advisories suggests these older GS models need close scrutiny on the basics.
What to check before buying a 2006 Lexus Gs
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 36.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (46%) | 62 | 81.4% | 3.02 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (24%) | 32 | 80.5% | 3.38 |
| Other (15%) | 20 | 79.9% | 3.7 |
| Electric (13%) | 17 | 81.1% | 2.65 |
| Diesel (2%) | 3 | 83.9% | 1.67 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Lexus Gs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Lexus Gs vehicles fall between 61,277 and 108,274 miles.
2006 Lexus Gs — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 38 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (30% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Lexus Gs
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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66.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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62%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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53.5%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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52.5%
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
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41.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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33%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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31.5%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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28.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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