Lexus MOT Check
Our Lexus MOT data covers 140,320 tests across 5 models. Overall, 83% of Lexuses passed first time, well above the 71% average for all cars.
The Lexus UX had the highest first-time pass rate at 94%, while the Lexus IS had the lowest at 77%. Remember that age and mileage make a big difference: the IS cars tested averaged 93,978 miles, against 26,139 for the UX.
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- MOT tests analysed
- 140,320
- First-time pass rate
- 83%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- +11.8 points
- Models covered
- 5
Lexus models compared
First-time MOT pass rates for each Lexus model, highest first. Select a model for its pass rate by year, common faults and ULEZ compliance.
- Lexus UX94% passed · 7,611 tests
- Lexus NX91% passed · 24,829 tests
- Lexus CT85% passed · 31,014 tests
- Lexus RX81% passed · 36,849 tests
- Lexus IS77% passed · 40,017 tests
The dark marker shows the 71% average for all cars.
| Model | Tests | Pass rate | Most common failure | ULEZ likely compliant | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UX | 7,611 | 94% | Tyres | 100% | ULEZ by year |
| NX | 24,829 | 91% | Tyres | 100% | ULEZ by year |
| CT | 31,014 | 85% | Lights and electrics | 100% | ULEZ by year |
| RX | 36,849 | 81% | Lights and electrics | 87% | ULEZ by year |
| IS | 40,017 | 77% | Lights and electrics | 64% | ULEZ by year |
Why Lexuses fail their MOT
Share of Lexus tests with a failure in each area, across all models, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | Lexus | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 6.3% | 11.3% |
| Tyres | 4.9% | 6.3% |
| Brakes | 3.9% | 6.8% |
| Visibility | 3.0% | 4.8% |
| Suspension | 2.8% | 8.9% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.1% | 3.1% |
Other makes
- Abarth 77%
- Alfa Romeo 68%
- Audi 78%
- Bentley 91%
- BMW 78%
- Chevrolet 54%
- Chrysler 60%
- Citroen 63%
- Dacia 72%
- Daihatsu 63%
- DS 70%
- Fiat 68%
- Ford 68%
- Honda 72%
- Hyundai 74%
- Isuzu 69%
- Jaguar 78%
- Jeep 75%
- Kia 74%
- Land Rover 76%
- LEVC 74%
- Lotus 85%
- Mazda 72%
- Mercedes-Benz 77%
- MG 78%
- MINI 76%
- Mitsubishi 72%
- Nissan 69%
- Peugeot 66%
- Porsche 87%
- Renault 62%
- Rover 64%
- Saab 63%
- SEAT 74%
- Skoda 77%
- Smart 72%
- SsangYong 70%
- Subaru 72%
- Suzuki 73%
- Talbot 53%
- Tesla 83%
- Toyota 74%
- Vauxhall 65%
- Volkswagen 72%
- Volvo 73%
About this data
Based on 140,320 first MOT tests of Lexus models carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
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Frequently asked questions
Answers from 140,320 first MOT tests of Lexus cars.
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Lexus?
83% of Lexuses in our data passed at the first attempt, against 71% for all cars.
Which Lexus model has the best MOT pass rate?
The Lexus UX, with 94% passing first time. The lowest was the Lexus IS, at 77%, though age differences explain part of the gap.
Why do Lexuses fail their MOT?
The most common failure area was lights and electrics, recorded on 6.3% of Lexus tests.
How do I check a Lexus's MOT history?
Enter the registration in our free MOT check. Lexus models in our data had covered 74,892 miles on average at their MOT, so check how a particular car compares.
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