Lexus Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Lexus model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 290,995 real MOT tests.
Average Lexus MOT pass rate: 87%
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87%
Avg pass rate
13%
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Models tested
Lexus Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexus Is 220d Se | 26% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 2 | Lexus Rx300 | 23% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Lexus Is 220d | 23% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 4 | Lexus Is200 | 21% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 5 | Lexus Is 250 Se-l Auto | 21% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion |
Most Reliable Lexus Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Lexus models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexus Es | 97% | |
| 2 | Lexus Ux | 97% | |
| 3 | Lexus Ux 300e | 96% | |
| 4 | Lexus Lc | 97% | |
| 5 | Lexus Rc | 96% |
All Lexus Models by Fail Rate
Every Lexus model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rx300 | 2002 | 67% | 32% | |
| Is 250 Se Auto | 2006 | 67% | 32% | |
| Gs300 | 1996 | 72% | 28% | |
| Is 220d Se | 2009 | 72% | 28% | |
| Is 220d | 2006 | 73% | 27% | |
| Rx300 | 2001 | 74% | 26% | |
| Rx400 H Se Cvt | 2005 | 74% | 26% | |
| Is300 | 2001 | 73% | 25% | |
| Is 250 Se-l Auto | 2007 | 75% | 25% | |
| Is300 | 2014 | 75% | 25% | |
| Is 220d Se | 2007 | 75% | 24% | |
| Rx450h | 2005 | 77% | 23% | |
| Is200 | 2010 | 77% | 23% | |
| Is200 | 2007 | 77% | 23% | |
| Is220 | 2007 | 78% | 22% | |
| Is200 | 2000 | 78% | 22% | |
| Rx400 H Se Cvt | 2007 | 77% | 22% | |
| Rx300 | 2004 | 79% | 21% | |
| Is200 | 2004 | 79% | 21% | |
| Is200 | 2003 | 78% | 21% | |
| Is200 | 2002 | 77% | 21% | |
| Is220 | 2008 | 79% | 21% | |
| Is200 | 2001 | 79% | 21% | |
| Rx300 | 2003 | 78% | 21% | |
| Is200 | 1999 | 79% | 21% | |
| Rx450h | 2007 | 77% | 21% | |
| Gs300 | 2002 | 78% | 21% | |
| Is200 | 2012 | 79% | 21% | |
| Is 220d | 2008 | 74% | 21% | |
| Rx 450h Se-i Cvt | 2009 | 79% | 21% | |
| Is220 | 2006 | 79% | 20% | |
| Is200 | 2005 | 79% | 20% | |
| Rx350 | 2006 | 78% | 20% | |
| Sc430 | 2004 | 80% | 20% | |
| Is 220d | 2007 | 76% | 20% | |
| Rx400h | 2007 | 80% | 19% | |
| Is250 | 2006 | 80% | 19% | |
| Rx400h | 2006 | 79% | 19% | |
| Is220 | 2009 | 81% | 19% | |
| Rx400h | 2005 | 79% | 19% | |
| Is220 | 2010 | 80% | 19% | |
| Gs450h | 2006 | 79% | 19% | |
| Rx300 | 2006 | 81% | 19% | |
| Is300 | 2003 | 80% | 19% | |
| Is300 | 2004 | 80% | 19% | |
| Ls400 | 2000 | 79% | 19% | |
| Rx350 | 2008 | 81% | 19% | |
| Rx 400h Ltd Edtn Exec Cvt | 2009 | 81% | 19% | |
| Ls | 2015 | 81% | 19% | |
| Rx400h | 2009 | 82% | 18% |
Showing top 50 of 252 model/year combinations. View all Lexus models
Lexus MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Lexus cars?
The most common MOT problems on Lexus cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Lexus diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Is 220d Se has the highest average fail rate at 26%.
Which Lexus model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Lexus model in our data is the Es with an average MOT pass rate of 97%. View all Lexus models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Lexus?
The average MOT pass rate for Lexus is 87%, based on 290,995 MOT tests across 58 models. This means about 13% of Lexus cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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