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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Lexus Is250. Check any Is250 by registration number below.

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81.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.8%

vs Lexus Avg

9

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Lexus Is250 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus Is250 has an average MOT pass rate of 81.9%, which is 4.8 percentage points below the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Is250 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus Is250 fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits. If you are preparing your Is250 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 Is250, 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 Is250 performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 1,025 vehicles

87.8%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

10.9%

Mileage at 10yr

116k mi

2011

Based on 1,831 vehicles

84.7%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

100.0%

2010

Based on 3,007 vehicles

83.8%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

17.8%

2009

Based on 2,826 vehicles

82.0%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

16.9%

2008

Based on 4,039 vehicles

80.3%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

17.3%

2007

Based on 5,148 vehicles

80.3%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

17.2%

2006

Based on 4,699 vehicles

78.1%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.2%

Retest Rate

19.1%

2005

Based on 1,837 vehicles

77.6%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

19.8%

0

Based on 11,785 vehicles

82.7%Good
Lexus average: 86.7%
Mileage at 5yr

99k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus Is250

The most common reasons a Lexus Is250 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.4%
2

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

2.0%
3

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

1.9%
4

Emissions levels exceed default limits

1.9%
5

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.7%
Lexus Is250 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

2.9%

Front Nearside

2.3%

Rear Offside

1.3%

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 Rx400h

77.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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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 Is250

Lexus Is250 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus Is250 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is250?
The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus Is250 is 81.9% 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 Is250?
The most common MOT failures on the Lexus Is250 are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.4%), Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer (2.0%), Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Lexus Is250 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 81.9%, the Lexus Is250 is rated as "Good" 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 Is250?
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 Is250?
Typical mileage for the Lexus Is250: 115,515 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Is250 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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