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

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97.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+10.3%

vs Lexus Avg

6

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Lexus LC — MOT Reliability Overview

The Lexus LC has an average MOT pass rate of 97.0%, which is 10.3 percentage points above the Lexus brand average of 86.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the LC is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Lexus LC fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your LC 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 LC, 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 LC performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 145 vehicles

94.5%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

5.6%

Mileage at 3yr

29k mi

2020

Based on 105 vehicles

98.1%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

1.5%

Mileage at 3yr

19k mi

2019

Based on 281 vehicles

97.9%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.5%

Retest Rate

5.5%

Mileage at 5yr

36k mi

2018

Based on 514 vehicles

98.1%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

1.9%

Mileage at 5yr

37k mi

2017

Based on 502 vehicles

95.4%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.3%

Retest Rate

6.2%

Mileage at 5yr

38k mi

0

Based on 419 vehicles

97.9%Excellent
Lexus average: 86.7%
Mileage at 5yr

23k mi

Top MOT Failures — Lexus LC

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

1

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.5%

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

2.8%

Offside

1.4%

Nearside

1.4%

Lexus LC — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Lexus LC MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexus LC?
The average MOT pass rate for the Lexus LC is 97.0% 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 LC?
The most common MOT failures on the Lexus LC are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Lexus LC reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 97.0%, the Lexus LC is rated as "Excellent" 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 LC?
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 LC?
Typical mileage for the Lexus LC: 29,050 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used LC to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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