Lexus CT MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus CT. Check any CT by registration number below.

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90.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.3%

vs Lexus Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lexus CT — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus CT has an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, which is 4.3 percentage points above the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the CT is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus CT fails its MOT are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, 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. If you are preparing your CT for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Lexus CT, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Lexus CT performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 486 vehicles

96.7%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

3.0%

Mileage at 3yr

47k mi

2020

Based on 3,268 vehicles

94.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

6.1%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

Mileage at 5yr

65k mi

2019

Based on 4,911 vehicles

93.3%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

7.0%

Mileage at 3yr

44k mi

Mileage at 5yr

63k mi

2018

Based on 6,770 vehicles

93.6%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

6.9%

Mileage at 5yr

62k mi

2017

Based on 7,073 vehicles

92.4%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

8.2%

Mileage at 5yr

72k mi

2016

Based on 7,244 vehicles

92.5%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

7.9%

2015

Based on 8,334 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

10.0%

Mileage at 10yr

146k mi

2014

Based on 9,136 vehicles

90.5%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

9.4%

Mileage at 10yr

135k mi

2013

Based on 8,944 vehicles

86.4%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

14.5%

Mileage at 10yr

139k mi

2012

Based on 9,952 vehicles

85.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

14.3%

Mileage at 10yr

156k mi

2011

Based on 8,907 vehicles

84.2%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

16.5%

0

Based on 33,456 vehicles

90.7%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Mileage at 5yr

70k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus CT

The most common reasons a Lexus CT fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

1.6%

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

1.3%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.3%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.2%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.9%

Lexus CT Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

2.5%

Front Offside

1.2%

Nearside

0.6%

Other Lexus Models

Compare MOT reliability across Lexus models.

Lexus Ls430

88.8% pass rate

Lexus Is F

92.6% pass rate

Lexus Is 250 Advance Auto

87.6% pass rate

Lexus Gs450h

91.4% pass rate

Lexus Is 300h Premier Cvt

89.3% pass rate

Lexus Is250

82.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Lexus CT

Lexus CT — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus CT MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus CT?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus CT is 90.9% compared to the Lexus average of 86.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Lexus CT?

The most common MOT failures on the Lexus CT are: A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (1.6%), A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (1.3%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (1.3%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Lexus CT reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 90.9%, the Lexus CT is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Lexus CT?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Lexus CT?

Typical mileage for the Lexus CT: 46,863 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used CT to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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