Lexus common problems and MOT failures
From 265,739 MOT tests in 2024, 10.0% of Lexus vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Lexus MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | tyre seriously damaged | 3,777 |
| 2 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 3,419 |
| 3 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 2,600 |
| 4 | tyre cords visible or damaged | 2,406 |
| 5 | brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 2,369 |
| 6 | lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2,283 |
| 7 | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 2,206 |
| 8 | suspension pin, bush or joint worn | 2,173 |
| 9 | suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,765 |
| 10 | headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 1,504 |
What this means if you're buying a Lexus
The single most common MOT failure for Lexus is tyre seriously damaged, accounting for 15% of all failure items. A set of new tyres typically costs £200–£500 depending on size.
These figures are from real MOT inspections — they show what testers actually find wrong with Lexus vehicles. If you're viewing a used Lexus, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Lexus models by MOT pass rate
Lowest pass rates first — these models have the most testable issues.
Buying a specific Lexus? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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