Lexus LS MOT Check

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

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88.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.2%

vs Lexus Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lexus LS — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus LS has an average MOT pass rate of 88.9%, which is 2.2 percentage points above the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the LS is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus LS fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your LS 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 LS, 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 LS performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 46 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

9.1%

Mileage at 3yr

80k mi

2020

Based on 71 vehicles

100.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 3yr

23k mi

Mileage at 5yr

77k mi

2019

Based on 168 vehicles

98.8%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

0.7%

Mileage at 5yr

45k mi

2018

Based on 217 vehicles

94.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

6.2%

Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

2017

Based on 33 vehicles

78.8%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

52.2%

2016

Based on 31 vehicles

90.3%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Retest Rate

15.8%

2015

Based on 64 vehicles

79.7%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

32.5%

Mileage at 10yr

186k mi

2014

Based on 83 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

4.3%

Mileage at 10yr

126k mi

2013

Based on 178 vehicles

89.3%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

16.0%

Mileage at 10yr

117k mi

2008

Based on 176 vehicles

83.0%Good

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

14.0%

2007

Based on 529 vehicles

85.6%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

14.6%

2006

Based on 175 vehicles

85.1%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

11.9%

0

Based on 608 vehicles

88.0%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Mileage at 5yr

86k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus LS

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

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

4.7%

Lexus LS Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

4.3%

Rear Nearside

4.3%

Front Offside

4.3%

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 LS

Lexus LS — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus LS MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus LS?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus LS is 88.9% 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 LS?

The most common MOT failures on the Lexus LS are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (4.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Lexus LS reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 88.9%, the Lexus LS 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 LS?

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 LS?

Typical mileage for the Lexus LS: 79,656 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used LS to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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