Lexus UX MOT Check

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

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96.9%

Avg Pass Rate

+10.2%

vs Lexus Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lexus UX — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus UX has an average MOT pass rate of 96.9%, which is 10.2 percentage points above the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the UX is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus UX fails its MOT are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your UX 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 UX, 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 UX performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 228 vehicles

98.2%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

1.8%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

2021

Based on 6,912 vehicles

97.3%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

3.3%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

2020

Based on 10,494 vehicles

96.8%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

3.6%

Mileage at 3yr

36k mi

Mileage at 5yr

58k mi

2019

Based on 8,995 vehicles

95.9%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

4.7%

Mileage at 3yr

46k mi

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

0

Based on 7,858 vehicles

96.3%Excellent

Lexus average: 86.7%

Mileage at 5yr

26k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus UX

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

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

0.7%

A tyre seriously damaged

0.6%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

0.5%

A tyre cords visible or damaged

0.5%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.4%

Lexus UX Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

1.3%

Rear Offside

0.9%

Rear Nearside

0.4%

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 UX

Lexus UX — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus UX MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus UX?

The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus UX is 96.9% 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 UX?

The most common MOT failures on the Lexus UX are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (0.7%), A tyre seriously damaged (0.6%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (0.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Lexus UX reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 96.9%, the Lexus UX 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 UX?

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 UX?

Typical mileage for the Lexus UX: 36,330 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used UX to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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