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Lexus Is 300h se cvt

Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 375 real MOT tests.

Avg Pass Rate

93%

Total Tests

375

Best Year

2014 (95%)

Years Covered

2

About the Lexus Is 300h se cvt

The Lexus Is 300h se cvt has been tested 375 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2013 to 2014), with an average pass rate of 93%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as Hybrid Electric (Clean).

Best and Worst Years

The 2014 model is the most reliable with a 95% pass rate from 39 tests. The 2013 model has the lowest at 91%. With just a 4 point spread, the Is 300h se cvt is consistently reliable regardless of year.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2013) averages 118,626 miles, while the newest (2014) averages 167,282 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Lexus brand average of 87%, the Is 300h se cvt performs 6 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Lexus range.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2493cc)
£1,592
Road Tax
£430
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£2,277
Per month£190/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2014 details

How reliable is the Lexus Is 300h se cvt?

vs national average+11% (82% avg)
vs Lexus brand average+6% (87% avg)
Best to worst year spread4 percentage points

Lexus Is 300h se cvt by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201495%39167,282 mi
201391%336118,626 mi

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