Lexus Ct 200H Se-L Cvt
From 388 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 11 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 11 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 11 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 10 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 8 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 8 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 19.4% of Ct 200H Se-L Cvt failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £49.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 80.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2011 | 81.4% | a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ct 200H Se-L Cvts tested had between 87,002 and 135,174 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 108,653 median miles, the Ct 200H Se-L Cvt has 0.018 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Lexus Ct 200H Se-L Cvt MOT pass rate?
The Lexus Ct 200H Se-L Cvt has a 80.9% MOT pass rate based on 388 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Lexus Ct 200H Se-L Cvt?
The most common MOT failure on the Lexus Ct 200H Se-L Cvt is a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc.
What is the typical mileage of a Lexus Ct 200H Se-L Cvt at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Lexus Ct 200H Se-L Cvt is 108,653 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 87,002 and 135,174 miles.
Buying a used Ct 200H Se-L Cvt?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 80.9% pass rate and an average repair bill of £49 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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