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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Ls460. Check any Ls460 by registration number below.

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83.1%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.6%

vs Lexus Avg

5

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Lexus Ls460 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Ls460 has an average MOT pass rate of 83.1%, which is 3.6 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Ls460 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus Ls460 fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your Ls460 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 Ls460, 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 Ls460 performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 257 vehicles

89.5%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

6.2%

2008

Based on 195 vehicles

81.0%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

17.6%

2007

Based on 462 vehicles

80.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

18.4%

2006

Based on 84 vehicles

82.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.9%

Retest Rate

8.9%

0

Based on 370 vehicles

82.7%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Mileage at 5yr

99k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus Ls460

The most common reasons a Lexus Ls460 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

3.9%
2

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.7%
3

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

2.6%
Lexus Ls460 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

3.1%

Front Nearside

1.9%

Rear Nearside

1.9%

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 Ls460

Lexus Ls460 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Ls460 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Ls460?
The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Ls460 is 83.1% 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 Ls460?
The most common MOT failures on the Lexus Ls460 are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (3.9%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (3.7%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Lexus Ls460 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 83.1%, the Lexus Ls460 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 Ls460?
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 Ls460?
Typical mileage for the Lexus Ls460: 98,725 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Ls460 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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