Lexus Common MOT Problems (2026)
Lexus models ranked by MOT fail rate, with typical issues to check for cars of each age and type. Based on 290,995 MOT tests (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Average Lexus MOT pass rate: 87%
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87%
Avg pass rate
13%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Lexus Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021)
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Typical Issues (estimate) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexus IS200 | 21% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 2 | Lexus RX300 | 21% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Lexus IS220 | 20% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 4 | Lexus RX350 | 19% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Lexus RX400H | 18% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion |
Most Reliable Lexus Models
Lowest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021). Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger.
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lexus UX | 97% | |
| 2 | Lexus LC | 97% | |
| 3 | Lexus UX 300E | 96% | |
| 4 | Lexus ES | 96% | |
| 5 | Lexus RX | 95% |
All Lexus Models by Fail Rate
Every Lexus model and year with 300+ MOT tests (cars registered up to 2021), sorted by fail rate (highest first). Fuel type is shown as a guide.
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RX300 | 2002 | 67% | 32% | |
| IS220 | 2007 | 78% | 22% | |
| IS200 | 2000 | 78% | 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% | |
| IS220 | 2006 | 79% | 20% | |
| IS200 | 2005 | 79% | 20% | |
| RX350 | 2006 | 78% | 20% | |
| SC430 | 2004 | 80% | 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% | |
| RX400H | 2009 | 82% | 18% | |
| RX300 | 2005 | 80% | 18% | |
| GS300 | 2005 | 82% | 18% | |
| IS250 | 2005 | 81% | 18% | |
| IS200 | 2011 | 81% | 18% | |
| RX350 | 2007 | 81% | 18% | |
| GS300 | 1999 | 82% | 18% | |
| LS400 | 1999 | 79% | 18% | |
| RX400H | 2008 | 82% | 17% | |
| IS250 | 2008 | 83% | 17% | |
| GS300 | 2006 | 82% | 17% | |
| LS400 | 1997 | 81% | 17% | |
| LS460 | 2007 | 81% | 17% | |
| IS250 | 2007 | 83% | 16% | |
| LS400 | 1998 | 83% | 16% | |
| SC430 | 2003 | 84% | 16% | |
| IS300 | 2002 | 84% | 16% | |
| RX450H | 2009 | 85% | 15% | |
| GS450H | 2007 | 84% | 15% | |
| LS430 | 2004 | 84% | 15% | |
| SC430 | 2001 | 84% | 15% | |
| GS450H | 2009 | 84% | 15% | |
| SC430 | 2006 | 85% | 15% | |
| LS400 | 1995 | 85% | 15% | |
| CT | 2011 | 85% | 14% | |
| RX450H | 2010 | 86% | 14% | |
| IS250 | 2010 | 86% | 14% |
Showing top 50 of 134 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 wear and tyre condition, which are the most common reasons for failure across all makes in DVSA's published MOT statistics. Older Lexus diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. Of the Lexus models with at least 1,000 tests, the Lexus IS200 has the highest average fail rate at 21%. The Lexus RX300 is level on 21%.
Which Lexus model is the most reliable?
In our data, the Lexus UX has the best MOT record of the Lexus models with at least 1,000 tests: 97% of its 19,596 MOT tests ended in a pass and 3% in a fail. The Lexus LC is level on 97%. Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare models of a similar age.
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 (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That means roughly 13% of MOT tests on Lexus cars ended in a fail.
Lexus Model Problem Guides
Typical issues to check, rough repair costs and year-by-year MOT pass rates for each Lexus model
Every Lexus model, A to Z (35)
- Lexus CT
- Lexus ES
- Lexus GS
- Lexus GS300
- Lexus GS430
- Lexus GS450H
- Lexus IS
- Lexus IS 300H F Sport CVT
- Lexus IS 300H Luxury CVT
- Lexus IS200
- Lexus IS220
- Lexus IS250
- Lexus IS250C
- Lexus IS300
- Lexus LC
- Lexus LS
- Lexus LS400
- Lexus LS430
- Lexus LS460
- Lexus LS600H
- Lexus NX
- Lexus RC
- Lexus RX
- Lexus RX 450H F Sport CVT
- Lexus RX 450H Luxury CVT
- Lexus RX 450H Premier CVT
- Lexus RX300
- Lexus RX350
- Lexus RX400 H SE CVT
- Lexus RX400 H SE-L CVT
- Lexus RX400H
- Lexus RX450H
- Lexus SC430
- Lexus UX
- Lexus UX 300E
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