2012 Lexus GS 3.5L Hybrid electric · E1 SKM
2012 Lexus GS (3.5L, hybrid electric). First registered 01 May 2012. Recorded mileage 98,311 miles. MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- LEXUS GS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,311 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- HYBRID ELECTRIC · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
E1 SKM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2026
- 98,311 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E1 SKM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Lexus Gs (E1 SKM) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
E1 SKM Mileage History
- 23/07/202466,270 mi
- 07/08/202585,267 mi+18,997 mi
- 13/08/202585,267 mi
- 03/08/202698,311 mi+13,044 mi
- 03/08/202698,311 mi
Average of roughly 15,798 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Lexus Lexus GS (Mk4)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
- Clogged Hybrid Battery Cooling FilterModerate
Dust, pet hair and road grime accumulate on the hybrid battery intake filter behind the rear seats on GS 300h and GS 450h models. A blocked filter reduces airflow to the nickel-metal hydride pack, triggering a Hybrid System Fault warning and, if ignored, causing the battery to overheat and degrade prematurely. Regular filter cleaning is the standard preventive fix, while a failed battery replacement is expensive.
- Seizing Rear Brake CalipersModerate
The rear brake caliper slider pins on the GS Mk4 can seize due to road salt and moisture ingress, particularly on cars used for short urban trips where the brakes do not reach self-cleaning temperatures. This causes uneven pad wear, a dragging brake, reduced fuel economy and MOT failure. Sticky rear calipers are a common age-related annoyance on executive saloons kept in damp UK conditions.
- Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS) Damper Oil LeakageModerate
Higher-spec GS Mk4 models fitted with Adaptive Variable Suspension can develop leaking dampers as the seals perish with age. Oil mist on the shock absorber body, a bouncy ride and uneven ride height are typical signs. OEM AVS dampers are expensive to replace, making this a costly repair on high-mileage executive saloons.
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