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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Rx400h. Check any Rx400h by registration number below.

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78.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.9%

vs Lexus Avg

6

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Lexus Rx400h — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Rx400h has an average MOT pass rate of 78.8%, which is 7.9 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Rx400h on the road.

The most common reasons a Lexus Rx400h fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. If you are preparing your Rx400h 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 Rx400h, 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 Rx400h performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 2,682 vehicles

80.6%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

18.7%

2008

Based on 4,975 vehicles

80.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

19.6%

2007

Based on 5,518 vehicles

77.6%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

20.9%

2006

Based on 3,879 vehicles

77.4%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

18.3%

2005

Based on 1,884 vehicles

75.8%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

20.4%

0

Based on 9,205 vehicles

81.5%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Mileage at 5yr

131k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus Rx400h

The most common reasons a Lexus Rx400h fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

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

3.4%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.9%
3

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

1.6%
4

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.4%
5

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.3%
Lexus Rx400h Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

5.5%

Front Nearside

5.4%

Rear Nearside

3.1%

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 Rx400h

Lexus Rx400h — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Rx400h MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Rx400h?
The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Rx400h is 78.8% 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 Rx400h?
The most common MOT failures on the Lexus Rx400h are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.4%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (2.9%), A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (1.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Lexus Rx400h reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.8%, the Lexus Rx400h 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 Rx400h?
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 Rx400h?
Typical mileage for the Lexus Rx400h: 131,201 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Rx400h to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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