2013 Lexus GS 2.5L Petrol · WN62 YSY

The 2013 Lexus GS presents a stable and largely unremarkable roadworthiness profile, with the most recent MOT conducted on 27 August 2025 at 22,136 miles resulting in a pass. The sole advisory on that test relates to front tyre condition, specifically cracking or perishing. This represents an improvement from the preceding years, where all four tyres were flagged simultaneously. The maintenance trend is therefore stable and arguably improving, with no evidence of recurring mechanical defects, corrosion notices, or braking system concerns across the entire recorded history. The vehicle has covered approximately 22,136 miles over roughly thirteen years, averaging around 1,700 miles annually. This is exceptionally low. The mileage progression shows a gradual increase from 19,596 miles in May 2021 to 22,136 miles by August 2025, representing an addition of roughly 2,540 miles over four years, or approximately 635 miles per year in the most recent period. The annual increments are modest and consistent, with no sudden spikes or suspicious odometer gaps. The record is clean and continuous, with no failed tests, no dangerous defect notations, and no mileage anomalies. The single recurring advisory across multiple test dates is tyre sidewall deterioration, specifically cracking and perishing on all four tyres in 2022, 2023, and 2024, reducing to just the front pair by 2025. This pattern strongly suggests the vehicle has been subject to prolonged stationary periods, UV exposure, or infrequent use, all of which accelerate rubber degradation regardless of tread depth. A buyer should treat the current advisory seriously and inspect all four tyres for sidewall integrity, age date codes, and replacement history. Tyres older than six years, even with adequate tread, may require replacement due to structural deterioration. Beyond the tyre advisories, the 2021 test noted undertrays obscuring underside components, which is a minor procedural observation rather than a defect. Still, a prospective buyer should arrange an independent inspection of the underside, paying close attention to suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs and calipers, and any signs of corrosion on subframes and mounting points. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can develop seized components, dried-out rubber bushings, and surface corrosion that MOT testing alone may not fully capture. The exhaust system, fluid condition, and brake operation should also be verified in person, as these are areas where infrequently driven vehicles commonly deteriorate.