Lexus Is300 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Is300. Check any Is300 by registration number below.

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82.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.4%

vs Lexus Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Lexus Is300 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Is300 has an average MOT pass rate of 82.3%, which is 4.4 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Is300 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus Is300 fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Is300 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 Is300, 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 Is300 performs at MOT across different model years.

2018

Based on 34 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 5yr

56k mi

2017

Based on 57 vehicles

86.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.4%

2016

Based on 78 vehicles

94.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

1.9%

2015

Based on 57 vehicles

93.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

7.1%

2014

Based on 79 vehicles

74.7%Average

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

16.3%

Mileage at 10yr

173k mi

2013

Based on 37 vehicles

75.7%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

17.4%

Retest Rate

39.1%

Mileage at 10yr

220k mi

2005

Based on 157 vehicles

80.9%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

8.2%

2004

Based on 371 vehicles

77.4%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.1%

Retest Rate

19.4%

2003

Based on 433 vehicles

76.4%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

20.6%

2002

Based on 520 vehicles

78.3%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

18.4%

2001

Based on 180 vehicles

71.1%Average

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.8%

Retest Rate

21.4%

0

Based on 983 vehicles

79.1%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Mileage at 5yr

114k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus Is300

The most common reasons a Lexus Is300 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.5%

Lexus Is300 Common Faults & Repair Costs

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

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Lexus Is300 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Is300 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is300?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is300 is 82.3% 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 Is300?

The most common MOT failures on the Lexus Is300 are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Lexus Is300 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 82.3%, the Lexus Is300 is rated as "Good" 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 Is300?

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 Is300?

Typical mileage for the Lexus Is300: 56,213 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Is300 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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