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Common Lexus Ct Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs

Every known Lexus Ct MOT issue, ranked by how common it is and what it costs to fix. Based on 49,540 real MOT tests across 11 model years.

Segment: premium | Fuel: Hybrid, Electric

90%

Lexus Ct pass rate

87%

Lexus average

82%

National average

The Lexus Ct has an average MOT pass rate of 90%, which is 3 points above the Lexus average and 8 points above the national average. Newer LEXUS CTs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.

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Most Common Lexus Ct MOT Issues

Ranked by how likely they are to affect your Lexus Ct, with typical repair costs

Brakes

High likelihood

£80 - £450

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed

Failure points:

Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum

Suspension

High likelihood

£150 - £600

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded

Failure points:

Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking

Lights

High likelihood

£15 - £200

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated

Failure points:

Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure

Steering

High likelihood

£100 - £500

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated

Failure points:

Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits

Tyres

Moderate likelihood

£50 - £300

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall

Failure points:

Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply

Body & Structure

Moderate likelihood

£200 - £1200

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage

Failure points:

Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness

Exhaust & Emissions

Lower likelihood

£80 - £800

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak

Failure points:

Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning

Windscreen & Wipers

Lower likelihood

£10 - £350

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated

Failure points:

Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen

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Lexus Ct Reliability by Year

MOT pass rate for each model year, based on real test data

2011
85%
Worst year
2012
87%
2013
87%
2014
91%
2015
90%
2016
92%
2017
92%
2018
93%
2019
93%
2020
94%
2021
96%
Best year
YearFuelEnginePass RateFail Rate
2021Hybrid1.8L96%3%
2020Hybrid1.8L94%6%
2019Hybrid1.8L93%6%
2018Hybrid1.8L93%6%
2017Hybrid1.8L92%7%
2016Hybrid1.8L92%7%
2015Hybrid1.8L90%9%
2014Hybrid1.8L91%9%
2013Hybrid1.8L87%12%
2012Electric1.8L87%13%
2011Electric1.8L85%14%

Most Reliable Year

2021

96% pass rate from 477 tests

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Least Reliable Year

2011

85% pass rate from 6,265 tests

View 2011 Lexus Ct details

Lexus Ct Running Costs

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Lexus Ct FAQ

What are the most common Lexus Ct problems?

The most common Lexus Ct MOT problems are brakes, suspension, lights, steering issues. These are the areas most likely to cause advisories or failures during an MOT test, based on 49,540 real tests.

Is the Lexus Ct reliable?

The Lexus Ct has an average MOT pass rate of 90%, which is 8 points above the national average of 82%. This is considered good reliability.

Which year Lexus Ct is most reliable?

The 2021 Lexus Ct is the most reliable year with a 96% MOT pass rate. Avoid the 2011 model year if reliability is your priority, as it has the lowest pass rate at 85%.

How much does it cost to fix common Lexus Ct faults?

Repair costs vary by issue. Brake work on a Lexus Ct typically costs £80-£450, suspension repairs cost £150-£600, and exhaust/emissions fixes cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.

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