Lexus IS MOT Results
Registered in 201687.5% pass rate
from 2,056 tests in 2021
(25% better than other 2016 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 2016 cars and highlighted areas where the Lexus IS is unusually good or bad.
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4.6% fail on
Tyres
- 3.4% fail on Condition (59% worse than other 2016 cars)
- 1.4% fail on Tread depth
- 0.049% fail on Size/type
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3.8% fail on
Visibility
- 3.3% fail on Wipers
- 0.58% fail on Washers
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2.3% fail on
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
(33% better than other 2016 cars)
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1.5% fail on
Headlamp aim
- 1.5% fail on Headlamp aim
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0.73% fail on
Headlamps
- 0.63% fail on Headlamp
- 0.097% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
- 0.097% fail on Rear reflectors
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0.049% fail on
Direction indicators
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0.049% fail on
Flashing type
- 0.049% fail on Individual direction indicators
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0.049% fail on
Flashing type
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0.049% fail on
Front and rear fog lamps
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0.049% fail on
Rear fog lamp
- 0.049% fail on Rear fog lamp
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0.049% fail on
Rear fog lamp
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1.5% fail on
Headlamp aim
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1.0% fail on
Brakes
(63% better than other 2016 cars)
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0.49% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(75% better than other 2016 cars)
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0.44% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(72% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.44% fail on Brake pads (72% better than other 2016 cars)
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0.15% fail on
Brake discs and drums
- 0.15% fail on Brake discs
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0.44% fail on
Brake linings and pads
(72% better than other 2016 cars)
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0.29% fail on
Brake performance
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0.15% fail on
Service brake performance
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0.15% fail on
Rbt
- 0.15% fail on Service brake performance
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0.15% fail on
Rbt
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0.097% fail on
Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
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0.097% fail on
Rbt (sp)
- 0.097% fail on Service brake performance
- 0.049% fail on Service brake imbalance
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0.097% fail on
Rbt (sp)
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0.097% fail on
Parking brake efficiency (sp)
- 0.097% fail on Rbt (sp)
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0.15% fail on
Service brake performance
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0.097% fail on
Service brake pedal or hand lever
- 0.049% fail on Pedal
- 0.049% fail on Hand lever
- 0.097% fail on Flexible brake hoses
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0.049% fail on
Parking brake control
- 0.049% fail on Lever
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0.049% fail on
Hydraulic systems
- 0.049% fail on Reservoirs
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0.49% fail on
Mechanical brake components
(75% better than other 2016 cars)
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0.24% fail on
Identification of the vehicle
- 0.24% fail on Registration plates
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0.24% fail on
Suspension
(88% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.049% fail on Wheel bearings
- 0.049% fail on Shock absorbers
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0.049% fail on
Suspension arms
- 0.049% fail on Ball joint dust cover
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0.049% fail on
Anti-roll bars
- 0.049% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
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0.049% fail on
Sub-frames
- 0.049% fail on Sub-frame
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0.097% fail on
Body, chassis, structure
(82% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.049% fail on Bumpers
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0.049% fail on
Doors
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0.049% fail on
Front passenger's door
- 0.049% fail on Door condition
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0.049% fail on
Front passenger's door
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0.097% fail on
Road Wheels
- 0.097% fail on Attachment
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0.049% fail on
Noise, emissions and leaks
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0.049% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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0.049% fail on
Spark ignition
- 0.049% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
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0.049% fail on
Spark ignition
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0.049% fail on
Exhaust emissions
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Lexus IS (2013 - 2020)
Sharp and modern styling. Well built and upmarket cabin. Lexus has a strong reliability record.