Lexus RX300
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 7 model years from 6,289 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
75%
Total Tests
6,289
Highest Pass Rate
2006 (81%)
Years Covered
7
About the Lexus RX300
The Lexus RX300 was MOT tested 6,289 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 7 model years (2000 to 2006), with an average pass rate of 75%. That's 7 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list other fuel and petrol versions.
Best and Worst Years
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2006 model has the highest pass rate at 81% from 510 tests. The 2002 model has the lowest at 67%. The 14 point gap means pass rates vary somewhat between years, but no year is dramatically different. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger.
Reliability Trend
Newer Lexus RX300s pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 7 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2000) averages 118,488 miles, while the newest (2006) averages 116,229 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Lexus brand average of 87%, the RX300 is 12 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Lexus models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Lexus RX300 by Year
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Questions about the Lexus RX300
Is the Lexus RX300 reliable?
Across its 7 model years in our data (2000 to 2006), the Lexus RX300 averages a 75% MOT pass rate, from 6,289 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 7 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data. The 2006 model has the highest pass rate of the years with at least 100 tests, at 81%.
Which year Lexus RX300 has the best MOT pass rate?
Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2006 Lexus RX300 has the highest MOT pass rate at 81%, while the 2002 model has the lowest at 67%, a 14 point gap. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.
Are newer Lexus RX300s more reliable?
Newer Lexus RX300s pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 7 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.
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