Lexus RX MOT Results

Registered in 2001
64.4% pass rate
from 309 tests in 2021
(19% better than other 2001 cars)
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 2001 cars and highlighted areas where the Lexus RX is unusually good or bad.

  • 13% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (76% worse than other 2001 cars)
    • 13% fail on Exhaust emissions (87% worse than other 2001 cars)
      • 13% fail on Spark ignition (100% worse than other 2001 cars)
        • 7.4% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (2 times worse than other 2001 cars)
        • 6.1% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 1.3% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.65% fail on Non catalyst emissions (7 times worse than other 2001 cars)
        • 0.32% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.32% fail on Oxygen sensor
      • 0.97% fail on Compression ignition
        • 0.32% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.32% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.32% fail on On or after 01/01/2014
    • 0.32% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.32% fail on Engine oil leaks
  • 12% fail on Brakes
    • 6.8% fail on Brake performance
      • 5.5% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
        • 3.2% fail on Rbt (sp)
        • 1.9% fail on Decelerometer (sp) (10 times worse than other 2001 cars)
        • 0.32% fail on Gradient tester (sp)
      • 1.3% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 1.3% fail on Rbt
          • 0.97% fail on Parking brake performance
          • 0.32% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      • 0.97% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.97% fail on Rbt
          • 0.65% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.32% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.65% fail on Brake performance not tested
    • 3.2% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
      • 2.6% fail on Electronic stability control (5 times worse than other 2001 cars)
      • 0.97% fail on Anti-lock braking system
    • 2.9% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 2.3% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 2.3% fail on Brake pads
      • 0.97% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.65% fail on Brake discs
        • 0.32% fail on Brake drums
    • 1.6% fail on Parking brake control (2 times worse than other 2001 cars)
      • 1.6% fail on Lever (2 times worse than other 2001 cars)
    • 1.3% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 0.97% fail on Pedal
      • 0.32% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.32% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.32% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
  • 9.7% fail on Suspension (41% better than other 2001 cars)
    • 5.8% fail on Anti-roll bars
      • 1.9% fail on Linkage ball joints
      • 1.9% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 1.6% fail on Ball joint dust cover (2 times worse than other 2001 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Ball joint (2 times worse than other 2001 cars)
      • 0.32% fail on Pins and bushes
    • 2.6% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas
    • 1.9% fail on Suspension arms (62% better than other 2001 cars)
      • 1.3% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.32% fail on Suspension arm
      • 0.32% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 1.3% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.65% fail on Sub-frame
      • 0.32% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.32% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.65% fail on Shock absorbers
    • 0.32% fail on Suspension rods
      • 0.32% fail on Ball joint
  • 7.1% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (54% better than other 2001 cars)
    • 3.6% fail on Headlamps
      • 3.6% fail on Headlamp
    • 2.6% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 1.9% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 0.65% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
    • 0.97% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.65% fail on Stop lamp (85% better than other 2001 cars)
    • 0.32% fail on Position lamps
      • 0.32% fail on Position lamp
    • 0.32% fail on Direction indicators
      • 0.32% fail on Flashing type
        • 0.32% fail on Individual direction indicators
    • 0.32% fail on Electrical equipment
      • 0.32% fail on Battery(ies)
  • 6.1% fail on Visibility
    • 4.5% fail on Wipers
    • 0.97% fail on Washers (72% better than other 2001 cars)
    • 0.65% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.32% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.32% fail on Windscreen
  • 5.5% fail on Body, chassis, structure (44% better than other 2001 cars)
    • 3.2% fail on Exhaust system
    • 0.97% fail on Integral vehicle structure
      • 0.97% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
    • 0.65% fail on Fuel system
      • 0.32% fail on Tank
      • 0.32% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.65% fail on Transmission (81% better than other 2001 cars)
      • 0.65% fail on Drive shafts (80% better than other 2001 cars)
        • 0.65% fail on Joints (79% better than other 2001 cars)
    • 0.32% fail on Chassis
      • 0.32% fail on Chassis condition
    • 0.32% fail on Body
      • 0.32% fail on Other body component
    • 0.32% fail on Cabs
      • 0.32% fail on Prescribed areas
  • 2.6% fail on Tyres
    • 1.6% fail on Tread depth
    • 0.97% fail on Condition
  • 1.6% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 1.6% fail on Seat belts
      • 1.3% fail on Prescribed areas
      • 0.32% fail on Condition
  • 1.3% fail on Steering
    • 0.32% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.32% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.32% fail on Steering linkage components
      • 0.32% fail on Track rod end
    • 0.32% fail on Power steering
      • 0.32% fail on Pipes and hoses
    • 0.32% fail on Electronic power steering
  • 0.97% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.97% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.97% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.65% fail on Attachment
    • 0.32% fail on Hubs

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