Lexus IS MOT Results
Registered in 200772.1% pass rate
from 4,932 tests in 2021
(39% better than other 2007 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 2007 cars and highlighted areas where the Lexus IS is unusually good or bad.
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9.0% fail on
Brakes
(17% better than other 2007 cars)
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3.7% fail on
Brake performance
(36% better than other 2007 cars)
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2.5% fail on
Service brake performance
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2.5% fail on
Rbt
- 1.9% fail on Service brake performance
- 0.73% fail on Service brake imbalance
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0.041% fail on
Plate brake tester
- 0.041% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
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2.5% fail on
Rbt
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0.89% fail on
Parking brake efficiency (sp)
(71% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.89% fail on Rbt (sp) (69% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.49% fail on
Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
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0.49% fail on
Rbt (sp)
- 0.34% fail on Service brake imbalance
- 0.26% fail on Service brake performance
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0.49% fail on
Rbt (sp)
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0.41% fail on
Parking brake performance
(69% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.41% fail on
Rbt
(67% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.39% fail on Parking brake performance (65% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.020% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
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0.41% fail on
Rbt
(67% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.24% fail on Brake performance not tested
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2.5% fail on
Service brake performance
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3.2% fail on
Mechanical brake components
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2.8% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(28% worse than other 2007 cars)
- 2.7% fail on Brake pads (27% worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Brake linings
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0.77% fail on
Brake discs and drums
(39% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.75% fail on Brake discs (40% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Brake drums
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0.020% fail on
Brake cables, rods, levers and linkages
- 0.020% fail on Rod
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2.8% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(28% worse than other 2007 cars)
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1.5% fail on
ABS / EBS / ESC
- 1.3% fail on Electronic stability control (3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.36% fail on Anti-lock braking system (62% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Electronic braking system
- 1.2% fail on Rigid brake pipes (34% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.34% fail on Flexible brake hoses
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0.30% fail on
Service brake pedal or hand lever
- 0.26% fail on Pedal
- 0.041% fail on Hand lever (82% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
- 0.18% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
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0.16% fail on
Parking brake control
(64% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.16% fail on Lever (58% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.12% fail on
Other components and prescribed areas
(3 times worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.12% fail on Other components (6 times worse than other 2007 cars)
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0.041% fail on
Hydraulic systems
- 0.020% fail on Master cylinder
- 0.020% fail on Reservoirs
- 0.020% fail on Brake fluid
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3.7% fail on
Brake performance
(36% better than other 2007 cars)
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8.7% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(40% better than other 2007 cars)
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4.6% fail on
Headlamps
- 4.4% fail on Headlamp
- 0.22% fail on Headlamp levelling device
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3.7% fail on
Headlamp aim
- 3.2% fail on Headlamp aim
- 0.55% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
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0.41% fail on
Direction indicators
(83% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.41% fail on
Flashing type
(83% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.26% fail on Side repeaters (60% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.12% fail on Individual direction indicators (93% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.020% fail on All direction indicators
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0.41% fail on
Flashing type
(83% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.36% fail on Stop lamp (91% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.34% fail on
Electrical equipment
- 0.24% fail on Battery(ies)
- 0.10% fail on Horn (65% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.24% fail on Rear reflectors (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.12% fail on Registration plate lamp(s) (94% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.10% fail on
Front and rear fog lamps
(85% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.10% fail on
Rear fog lamp
(85% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.10% fail on Rear fog lamp (85% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.10% fail on
Rear fog lamp
(85% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.081% fail on
Position lamps
- 0.061% fail on Position lamp
- 0.020% fail on All position lamps
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0.061% fail on
Mandatory tell-tales
- 0.061% fail on Rear fog lamp tell-tale
- 0.041% fail on Main beam tell-tale
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4.6% fail on
Headlamps
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6.5% fail on
Tyres
- 4.2% fail on Tread depth
- 2.3% fail on Condition (24% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.32% fail on Size/type
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4.0% fail on
Visibility
(38% better than other 2007 cars)
- 2.8% fail on Wipers
- 1.0% fail on Washers (70% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Condition of glass
- 0.18% fail on Windscreen
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0.081% fail on
View to rear
- 0.081% fail on Mirrors
- 0.061% fail on Bonnet
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2.8% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
(52% better than other 2007 cars)
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2.7% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(51% better than other 2007 cars)
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1.6% fail on
Spark ignition
(61% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.89% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (54% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.81% fail on Catalyst emissions (60% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.24% fail on Emissions not tested (62% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Non catalyst emissions
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1.1% fail on
Compression ignition
- 0.53% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
- 0.34% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
- 0.16% fail on Emissions not tested
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0.020% fail on
Emission control equipment
- 0.020% fail on Catalytic converter
- 0.020% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
- 0.020% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
- 0.020% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
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1.6% fail on
Spark ignition
(61% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.081% fail on
Fluid leaks
(80% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Engine oil leaks (88% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Other leaks
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0.020% fail on
Noise suppression
- 0.020% fail on Sound deadening material
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2.7% fail on
Exhaust emissions
(51% better than other 2007 cars)
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1.9% fail on
Suspension
(88% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.91% fail on Shock absorbers
- 0.41% fail on Wheel bearings (60% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.20% fail on
Anti-roll bars
(96% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.061% fail on Anti-roll bar
- 0.061% fail on Ball joint dust cover (92% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover (98% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.020% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.020% fail on Linkage
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0.18% fail on
Springs
(97% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Coil springs
(97% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.18% fail on Coil spring (97% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Coil springs
(97% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.14% fail on
Suspension arms
(97% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.061% fail on Ball joint (97% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Ball joint dust cover (94% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.020% fail on Suspension arm
- 0.020% fail on Pins and bushes
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0.081% fail on
Sub-frames
(83% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.020% fail on Sub-frame
- 0.020% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
- 0.020% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.020% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
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0.020% fail on
Axles
- 0.020% fail on Swivel pins and bushes
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0.020% fail on
Other suspension component
- 0.020% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
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1.7% fail on
Body, chassis, structure
(75% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.65% fail on Exhaust system (74% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.47% fail on
Fuel system
- 0.20% fail on Tank (2 times worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.14% fail on Pipe
- 0.12% fail on Hose (7 times worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.26% fail on Bumpers
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0.16% fail on
Seats
- 0.14% fail on Driver's seat
- 0.020% fail on Passenger's seat
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0.081% fail on
Transmission
(97% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.081% fail on
Drive shafts
(97% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.081% fail on Joints (97% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.081% fail on
Drive shafts
(97% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.061% fail on Undertray
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0.041% fail on
Body
- 0.041% fail on Other body component
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0.020% fail on
Integral vehicle structure
- 0.020% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
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0.020% fail on
Chassis
- 0.020% fail on Chassis condition
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0.020% fail on
Boot lid
- 0.020% fail on Boot lid condition
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0.97% fail on
Road Wheels
(73% worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.87% fail on Attachment (100% worse than other 2007 cars)
- 0.10% fail on Condition
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0.61% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 0.61% fail on Registration plates
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0.59% fail on
Steering
(81% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.55% fail on
Steering linkage components
(76% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.49% fail on Track rod end (77% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Ball joint
- 0.020% fail on Steering arm
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0.020% fail on
Other components
- 0.020% fail on Steering component
- 0.020% fail on Locking devices
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0.041% fail on
Steering gear
(91% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.041% fail on Steering rack (91% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.020% fail on Operation
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0.55% fail on
Steering linkage components
(76% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.18% fail on
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
(90% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.10% fail on
Seat belts
(89% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.10% fail on Condition (79% better than other 2007 cars)
- 0.081% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp (91% better than other 2007 cars)
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0.10% fail on
Seat belts
(89% better than other 2007 cars)
Read the Honest John Review
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Lexus IS (2005 - 2013)
Very well built. Top quality interior. Lexus dealers are best in the business. Impressive refinement. All engines chain cam. IS250 probably the most reliable car you can buy.