Lexus Gs300: lighting & signalling MOT failures
Lighting & signalling was a recorded failure area in 10.7% of Lexus Gs300 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1998, 2001 cars.
Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair cost: £10–£150 (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Lighting & signalling failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 301 | 7.0% |
| 1997 | 456 | 7.2% |
| 1998 | 956 | 11.9% |
| 2001 | 851 | 13.2% |
| 2003 | 884 | 11.2% |
| 2004 | 483 | 10.3% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.