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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Rx400. Check any Rx400 by registration number below.

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81.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.5%

vs Lexus Avg

4

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Lexus Rx400 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Rx400 has an average MOT pass rate of 81.2%, which is 5.5 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Rx400 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Lexus Rx400, 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 Rx400 performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 53 vehicles

81.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

8.1%

2007

Based on 54 vehicles

88.9%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

12.5%

2006

Based on 59 vehicles

72.9%Average
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

8.8%

0

Based on 83 vehicles

81.9%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Mileage at 5yr

138k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

5.7%

Rear Nearside

3.8%

Rear

3.8%

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 Rx400

Lexus Rx400 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Rx400 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Rx400?
The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Rx400 is 81.2% 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 Rx400?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Lexus Rx400 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 81.2%, the Lexus Rx400 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 Rx400?
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 Rx400?
Typical mileage for the Lexus Rx400: 138,381 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Rx400 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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