Lexus Rx
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 11 years from 26,783 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests
26,783
Best Year
2021 (97%)
Years Covered
11
About the Lexus Rx
The Lexus Rx has been tested 26,783 times in 2026 MOT data across 11 model years (2012 to 2022), with an average pass rate of 94%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as hybrid and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2021 model is the most reliable with a 97% pass rate from 3,357 tests. The 2013 model has the lowest at 89%. The 8 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Reliability Trend
Newer LEXUS RXs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 4 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2012) averages 83,536 miles, while the newest (2022) averages 25,630 miles.
Compared to the Lexus brand average of 87%, the Rx performs 7 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Lexus range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2022 detailsHow reliable is the Lexus Rx?
Lexus Rx by Year
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