Lexus NX MOT Check
MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus NX. Check any NX by registration number below.
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94.3%
Avg Pass Rate
+7.6%
vs Lexus Avg
9
Year Ranges
Excellent
Reliability
Lexus NX — MOT Reliability Overview
The Lexus NX has an average MOT pass rate of 94.3%, which is 7.6 percentage points above the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the NX is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.
The most common reasons a Lexus NX fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your NX 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 NX, 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 NX performs at MOT across different model years.
2021
Based on 7,664 vehicles
0.7%
2.5%
38k mi
2020
Based on 10,980 vehicles
1.1%
4.5%
38k mi
59k mi
2019
Based on 11,611 vehicles
2.0%
5.5%
42k mi
59k mi
2018
Based on 11,466 vehicles
1.8%
6.3%
62k mi
2017
Based on 9,888 vehicles
2.0%
6.5%
69k mi
2016
Based on 9,539 vehicles
1.9%
7.6%
2015
Based on 7,982 vehicles
2.3%
7.8%
122k mi
2014
Based on 2,160 vehicles
2.3%
7.7%
121k mi
0
Based on 26,192 vehicles
42k mi
Top MOT Failures — Lexus NX
The most common reasons a Lexus NX fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.
Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
A tyre seriously damaged
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm
Where Failures Occur
The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.
Front Offside
Front Nearside
Offside
Other Lexus Models
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Lexus NX — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Lexus NX MOT and reliability.
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