2003 Lexus RX MOT Results

Lexus RX, registered in 2003

76.1% pass rate

from 2,586 tests between October 2010 and September 2011

(42% better than other 2003 cars)

Pass rate by mileage

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2003 cars and highlighted areas where the Lexus RX is unusually good or bad.

12% fail on Brakes
- 8.6% fail on Brake performance (64% worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 6.5% fail on Parking brake performance (150% worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 4.4% fail on Rear wheels (89% worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.73% fail on Front wheels (56% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.15% fail on Service brake performance
  - 0.077% fail on Brake operation
- 3.9% fail on Hub components (45% worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 3.4% fail on Brake pads (62% worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.54% fail on Brake discs
  - 0.19% fail on Brake calipers
  - 0.039% fail on Brake linings
- 2.0% fail on Parking brake (170% worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 2.0% fail on Condition (170% worse than other 2003 cars)
- 0.27% fail on Restricted movement
- 0.19% fail on Mechanical components
  - 0.15% fail on Cable
  - 0.039% fail on Relay lever
- 0.19% fail on Hydraulic systems (94% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.15% fail on Components (95% better than other 2003 cars)
    - 0.039% fail on Pipes
    - 0.039% fail on Hoses
    - 0.039% fail on Reservoirs
    - 0.039% fail on Valves
  - 0.039% fail on Leaks
- 0.077% fail on ABS (81% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.039% fail on Additional braking devices
5.7% fail on Lighting and signalling (73% better than other 2003 cars)
- 2.8% fail on Headlamp aim (58% better than other 2003 cars)
- 1.1% fail on Position lamps (76% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 1.0% fail on Front lamps (75% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.12% fail on All position lamps
- 0.62% fail on Fog lamp
  - 0.62% fail on Fog lamp
- 0.54% fail on Registration plate (91% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.54% fail on Stop lamp (88% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.39% fail on Headlamps (89% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.39% fail on Headlamp (89% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.23% fail on Horn
- 0.039% fail on Direction indicators
  - 0.039% fail on Flashing type
    - 0.039% fail on Side repeaters
4.5% fail on Tyres (51% better than other 2003 cars)
- 2.7% fail on Tread depth (56% better than other 2003 cars)
- 2.0% fail on Condition (38% better than other 2003 cars)
4.5% fail on Driver's view of the road (45% better than other 2003 cars)
- 3.2% fail on Wipers (28% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.62% fail on Windscreen
- 0.54% fail on Washers (82% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.12% fail on Bonnet
- 0.077% fail on Mirrors
1.5% fail on Suspension (89% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.54% fail on Wheel bearings
  - 0.54% fail on Rear
- 0.31% fail on Anti-roll bars (87% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.23% fail on Pins / bushes
  - 0.077% fail on Linkage (96% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.27% fail on Suspension arms (90% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.15% fail on Pins / bushes (94% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.12% fail on Condition
  - 0.039% fail on Attachment
- 0.19% fail on Shock absorbers (75% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.19% fail on Condition (75% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.12% fail on Macpherson strut
  - 0.12% fail on Condition
- 0.077% fail on Drive shafts (98% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.077% fail on Front drive shafts (98% better than other 2003 cars)
    - 0.077% fail on Constant velocity joints (98% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.039% fail on Air suspension
  - 0.039% fail on Pipes
- 0.039% fail on Trailing arms
  - 0.039% fail on Pins / bushes
- 0.039% fail on Radius arms
  - 0.039% fail on Pins / bushes
- 0.039% fail on Front suspension joints
1.2% fail on Registration plates and VIN
- 1.2% fail on Registration plate
0.66% fail on Steering (85% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.58% fail on Power steering (140% worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.50% fail on Pipes and hoses (5 times worse than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.12% fail on Other components
- 0.077% fail on Steering system (98% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.039% fail on Free play
    - 0.039% fail on Steering rack
  - 0.039% fail on Ball joint
0.62% fail on Fuel and exhaust (87% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.35% fail on Exhaust system (89% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.35% fail on Spark ignition (74% better than other 2003 cars)
  - 0.35% fail on Catalyst (74% better than other 2003 cars)
0.19% fail on Road wheels
- 0.19% fail on Attachment
0.15% fail on Seat belts (77% better than other 2003 cars)
- 0.15% fail on Condition (69% better than other 2003 cars)

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Lexus RX300 2003
Generously equipped, luxurious interior. Nicer to drive than a Range Rover. Extremely well screwed together.
Lexus RX300 2001
Plushly kitted out and enjoyable to drive, with good handling and a comfortable ride.

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