Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Lexus Gs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Lexus Gs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Lexus Gs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Lexus Gs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 652 vehicles, the 2016 Lexus Gs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Lexus Gs?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Lexus Gs are: Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (33.2% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (32.7% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (20.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Lexus Gs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Lexus Gs (2016)

652 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.8% first-time pass rate

2016 Lexus Gs

CarHunch analysed 652 real MOT records for the 2016 Lexus Gs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Lexus GS is a reliable choice, passing its first MOT 89% of the time against the UK average of 80%—a solid 9-point margin that reflects the brand's engineering quality. However, nearly one in five of these cars (18.4%) have shown a dangerous defect at some point, so a pre-purchase inspection should be thorough.

At 46,000 miles median mileage, these are relatively low-use examples for their age, which partly explains the strong pass rate; expect around 4.4 advisories per car on average, typically minor wear items. When shopping, prioritise a full service history and request the MOT history to check for any pattern of failures rather than one-offs.

The 2016 Lexus Gs passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (92.8%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

18.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.6

Over 7.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

46k

Middle half: 32k–66k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 4.4 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 652 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 652 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 33.2%

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 17.8%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 7.6%

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Wipers & washers 5.1%

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Lexus Gs

Based on MOT data from 652 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 18.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (92%)	601	92.8%	0.61
Petrol (8%)	51	94%	0.45

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,883 Lexus Gs vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 24.7%

961

Silver 19.2%

747

Grey 19%

737

White 13.6%

530

Blue 12.7%

492

Red 9.2%

358

Green 0.7%

Brown 0.6%

Purple 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Lexus Gs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

46,172

typical

31,912

low mileage

65,615

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Lexus Gs vehicles fall between 31,912 and 65,615 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 31,912 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 31,912–65,615 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Lexus Gss sit.

⚠ Over 88,580 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Lexus Gs — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Lexus Gss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 560 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 94% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

7.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.6

Avg failures per vehicle

4.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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