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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Is250c. Check any Is250c by registration number below.

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86.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.1%

vs Lexus Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lexus Is250c — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Is250c has an average MOT pass rate of 86.6%, which is 0.1 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Is250c is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus Is250c fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your Is250c 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 Is250c, 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 Is250c performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 178 vehicles

88.8%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

10.7%

2011

Based on 342 vehicles

85.7%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

18.4%

2010

Based on 521 vehicles

86.6%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

20.1%

2009

Based on 372 vehicles

84.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

15.6%

0

Based on 603 vehicles

87.7%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Mileage at 5yr

69k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus Is250c

The most common reasons a Lexus Is250c fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

3.8%
Lexus Is250c Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Rear Nearside

3.9%

Nearside

2.8%

Front

2.2%

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 Is250c

Lexus Is250c — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Is250c MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is250c?
The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is250c is 86.6% 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 Is250c?
The most common MOT failures on the Lexus Is250c are: A tyre seriously damaged (3.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Lexus Is250c reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 86.6%, the Lexus Is250c 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 Is250c?
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 Is250c?
Typical mileage for the Lexus Is250c: 69,323 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Is250c to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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