Lexus IS MOT Check

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

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91.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.3%

vs Lexus Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lexus IS — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus IS has an average MOT pass rate of 91.0%, which is 4.3 percentage points above the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the IS is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus IS fails its MOT are a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative, a tyre cords visible or damaged, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your IS 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 IS, 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 IS performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 73 vehicles

89.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

8.2%

Mileage at 3yr

61k mi

2020

Based on 1,435 vehicles

93.4%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

8.9%

Mileage at 3yr

45k mi

Mileage at 5yr

70k mi

2019

Based on 2,884 vehicles

92.8%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

6.4%

Mileage at 3yr

61k mi

Mileage at 5yr

80k mi

2018

Based on 3,731 vehicles

93.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

7.2%

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

2017

Based on 3,963 vehicles

92.5%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

7.6%

Mileage at 5yr

88k mi

2016

Based on 4,955 vehicles

91.1%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

9.2%

2015

Based on 6,935 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

9.5%

Mileage at 10yr

156k mi

2014

Based on 7,559 vehicles

89.5%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

10.7%

Mileage at 10yr

154k mi

2013

Based on 1,033 vehicles

86.2%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

18.1%

Mileage at 10yr

148k mi

0

Based on 14,376 vehicles

91.4%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus IS

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

A tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

1.3%

A tyre cords visible or damaged

1.2%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.1%

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

1.0%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.0%

Lexus IS Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Offside

4.1%

Front

1.4%

Nearside

1.4%

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 IS

Lexus IS — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus IS MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus IS?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus IS is 91.0% 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 IS?

The most common MOT failures on the Lexus IS are: A tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (1.3%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (1.2%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Lexus IS reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 91.0%, the Lexus IS 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 IS?

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 IS?

Typical mileage for the Lexus IS: 60,954 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used IS to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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