92.1% of Lexus RCs passed the 2024 MOT (based on 2,333 first tests): 90.3% at the first attempt and 1.8% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 1 in 10 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 50% less often than normal: MOT Risk Index 50.1 (95% CI 44.3–56.7; 100 = normal).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 92.1 | % | incl. 1.8% fixed at the test centre | 2024 | 2333 |
| Passed at the first attempt | 90.3 | % | all first tests | 2024 | 2333 |
| MOT Risk Index (95% CI 44.3–56.7) | 50.1 | index | 100 = normal for its age · rank 102 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age) | 2024 | 2333 |
| Biggest excess: Tyres | 7.8 | per 100 | 7.0 same-age | 2019–2024 | 10780 |
| Dangerous defects | 6.4 | per 100 | 11.2 UK, not age-adjusted | 2019–2024 | 10780 |
| Advisory items | 58.3 | per 100 | 127.1 UK, not age-adjusted | 2019–2024 | 10780 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | 102 | of 761 | published models, 1 = fails least for its age | 2024 | 2333 |
| Best rank within its 95% interval | 84 | rank | other models held where they are | 2024 | 2333 |
| Worst rank within its 95% interval | 123 | rank | other models held where they are | 2024 | 2333 |
Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 43.2 to 50.1 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.
Lexus RC MOTs fail most often on tyres: 7.8 per 100 tests, against 7.0 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 10,780).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 7.8 | per 100 | 7.0 | 2019–2024 | 845 |
| Visibility | 4.3 | per 100 | 5.3 | 2019–2024 | 468 |
| Brakes | 2 | per 100 | 4.3 | 2019–2024 | 214 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 1.1 | per 100 | 4.4 | 2019–2024 | 117 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 10,780 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
The biggest excess for the Lexus RC is tyres at age 7: 7.4 failures per 100 tests, against 6.0 for same-age cars of comparable models (2019–2024, n = 1,264).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres, age 3 | 4.8 | per 100 | 4.2 | 2019–2024 | 2329 |
| Brakes, age 3 | 1.0 | per 100 | 1.8 | 2019–2024 | 2329 |
| Suspension, age 3 | 0.4 | per 100 | 0.6 | 2019–2024 | 2329 |
| Tyres, age 4 | 5.8 | per 100 | 4.5 | 2019–2024 | 2363 |
| Brakes, age 4 | 1.4 | per 100 | 2.4 | 2019–2024 | 2363 |
| Suspension, age 4 | 0.3 | per 100 | 1.2 | 2019–2024 | 2363 |
| Tyres, age 5 | 4.7 | per 100 | 5.1 | 2019–2024 | 2093 |
| Brakes, age 5 | 1.5 | per 100 | 3.1 | 2019–2024 | 2093 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension, age 5 | 0.4 | per 100 | 2.2 | 2019–2024 | 2093 |
| Tyres, age 6 | 4.5 | per 100 | 5.5 | 2019–2024 | 1669 |
| Brakes, age 6 | 1.4 | per 100 | 3.8 | 2019–2024 | 1669 |
| Suspension, age 6 | 0.4 | per 100 | 3.7 | 2019–2024 | 1669 |
| Tyres, age 7 | 7.4 | per 100 | 6.0 | 2019–2024 | 1264 |
| Brakes, age 7 | 2.5 | per 100 | 4.5 | 2019–2024 | 1264 |
| Suspension, age 7 | 0.5 | per 100 | 5.7 | 2019–2024 | 1264 |
| Tyres, age 8 | 7.0 | per 100 | 6.3 | 2019–2024 | 806 |
| Brakes, age 8 | 2.2 | per 100 | 5.4 | 2019–2024 | 806 |
| Suspension, age 8 | 0.3 | per 100 | 7.8 | 2019–2024 | 806 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Lexus RC advisories turn into fails less often than on the median model; the one to watch is tyres: advisories on it became a fail at the next MOT 7.0% of the time.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 7.0 | % next fail | median model | 2019–2024 | 1798 |
| Brakes | 4.7 | % next fail | median model | 2019–2024 | 537 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Lexus RC MOTs flag tyres most: 42.3 advisories per 100 tests, against 39.7 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 10,780).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 42.3 | per 100 | 39.7 | 2019–2024 | 4559 |
| Brakes | 11 | per 100 | 34.7 | 2019–2024 | 1181 |
| Non-component advisories | 2.4 | per 100 | 7.8 | 2019–2024 | 256 |
| Suspension | 1.5 | per 100 | 26.2 | 2019–2024 | 164 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.6 | per 100 | 2.5 | 2019–2024 | 60 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 10,780 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
For Lexus RCs aged 3 to 5 whose last MOT was a pass, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is tyres: 4.4% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 3,382).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres, under 3 years old, after a pass | 5.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1282 | |
| Visibility, under 3 years old, after a pass | 2.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1282 | |
| Brakes, under 3 years old, after a pass | 1.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1282 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, under 3 years old, after a pass | 0.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1282 | |
| Suspension, under 3 years old, after a pass | 0.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1282 | |
| Tyres, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 306 cars) | 6.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 306 | |
| Visibility, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 306 cars) | 4.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 306 | |
| Brakes, under 3 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 306 cars) | 2.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 306 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 142 cars) | 7.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 142 | |
| Visibility, under 3 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 142 cars) | 7.0 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 142 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 4.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3382 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 4.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3382 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 1.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3382 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 0.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3382 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 0.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3382 | |
| Identification of the vehicle, 3 to 5 years old, after a pass | 0.3 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 3382 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 5.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1136 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 4.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1136 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 2.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1136 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 0.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1136 | |
| Suspension, 3 to 5 years old, after an advisory | 0.7 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 1136 | |
| Tyres, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 7.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 581 | |
| Visibility, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 4.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 581 | |
| Brakes, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 2.8 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 581 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 3 to 5 years old, after a fail | 1.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 581 | |
| Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 5.6 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 999 | |
| Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 2.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 999 | |
| Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 999 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass | 1.2 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 999 | |
| Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 381 cars) | 10.5 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 381 | |
| Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 381 cars) | 2.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 381 | |
| Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 381 cars) | 2.1 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 381 | |
| Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars) | 5.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 205 | |
| Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars) | 5.4 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 205 | |
| Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 205 cars) | 3.9 | % next fail | 2019–2024 | 205 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
The Lexus RC gets a dangerous defect less often than the UK average: 6.4 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. In the same tests, 6.7 major and 3.2 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dangerous defects | 6.4 | per 100 | 11.2 | 2019–2024 | 10780 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 10,780 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
First-time MOT failures for the Lexus RC go from 9.1% at age 3 (rough estimate: 33 tests, 95% interval 3.1–23.6%) to 5.4% at age 9 (rough estimate: 185 tests, 95% interval 3.0–9.7%), against 26.5% for all cars aged 9 (rough estimate: 185 tests, 95% interval 3.0–9.7%) (2024, n = 2,333).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 3 (rough estimate: 33 tests, 95% interval 3.1–23.6%) | 9.1 | % failed first time | 12.4 | 2024 | 33 |
| Age 4 (rough estimate: 259 tests, 95% interval 4.8–11.2%) | 7.3 | % failed first time | 13.1 | 2024 | 259 |
| Age 5 (rough estimate: 410 tests, 95% interval 5.0–10.0%) | 7.1 | % failed first time | 15.1 | 2024 | 410 |
| Age 6 (rough estimate: 394 tests, 95% interval 6.9–12.7%) | 9.4 | % failed first time | 17.5 | 2024 | 394 |
| Age 7 (rough estimate: 430 tests, 95% interval 10.6–17.0%) | 13.5 | % failed first time | 20.2 | 2024 | 430 |
| Age 8 | 11.1 | % failed first time | 23.3 | 2024 | 613 |
| Age 9 (rough estimate: 185 tests, 95% interval 3.0–9.7%) | 5.4 | % failed first time | 26.5 | 2024 | 185 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At every age shown, Lexus RCs fail first time no more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 9, where they fail less often: 5.3% against 23.1% (2024, n = 190).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 3 | 8.5 | % fail | 10.8 | 2024 | 2329 |
| Age 4 | 11.5 | % fail | 12.3 | 2024 | 2363 |
| Age 5 | 10.8 | % fail | 14.2 | 2024 | 2093 |
| Age 6 | 10.8 | % fail | 16.1 | 2024 | 1669 |
| Age 7 | 13.4 | % fail | 18.3 | 2024 | 1264 |
| Age 8 | 12.2 | % fail | 20.5 | 2024 | 806 |
| Age 9 | 5.3 | % fail | 23.1 | 2024 | 190 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Lexus RC build years range from index 87.3 to 109.9 against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 2,333).
No Lexus RC build year stands out once age is allowed for; every year's interval includes normal.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Build year 2015 (rough estimate: 970 tests, 95% interval 90.7–129.1) | 109.9 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 970 |
| Build year 2016 (rough estimate: 3,840 tests, 95% interval 95.4–114.9) | 105.1 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 3840 |
| Build year 2017 (rough estimate: 2,293 tests, 95% interval 93.6–119.3) | 106.5 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 2293 |
| Build year 2018 (rough estimate: 1,611 tests, 95% interval 73.1–101.5) | 87.3 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 1611 |
| Build year 2019 (rough estimate: 1,239 tests, 95% interval 72.0–105.0) | 88.5 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 1239 |
| Build year 2020 (rough estimate: 515 tests, 95% interval 70.0–124.5) | 97.3 | index vs own age | 100 = normal | 2019–2024 | 515 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Expected repair cost per Lexus RC MOT: about £12 (up to about £22 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 2,333).
Computed, not measured.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expected repair bill | 11.6 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 2333 |
| Estimated range lower | 11.6 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 2333 |
| Estimated range upper | 22.0 | GBP estimate | modal price catalogue | price catalogue | 2333 |
| Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted) | 7.0 | GBP expected contribution | 90 | price catalogue | 2333 |
| Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback) | 3 | GBP expected contribution | 150 | price catalogue | 2333 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid) | 1.5 | GBP expected contribution | 140 | price catalogue | 2333 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of 8 similar models, 3 fail less often for their age than the Lexus RC and 5 as often or more. The Lexus RC has an MOT Risk Index of 50.1, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 2,333).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus RC (this model) | 50.1 | index | 100 = normal | 2024 | 2333 |
| Lexus Es | 48.4 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 3483 |
| Lexus LS | 55.8 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 3292 |
| Audi SQ5 | 50 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 1650 |
| Audi S4 | 54.2 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 2436 |
| Maserati GranTurismo | 53.8 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 1892 |
| Mercedes-Benz CL | 54.8 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 3060 |
| Lexus GS | 56 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 7851 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TVR Chimaera | 42.1 | index | 50.1 | 2024 | 2421 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At age 8, the median Lexus RC had covered 53,550 miles by its MOT; the middle half ranged from 38,984 to 68,121 miles (2024, n = 613).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 4 median (rough estimate) | 25925 | miles | 2024 | 259 | |
| Age 4 P25 (rough estimate) | 17401 | miles | 2024 | 259 | |
| Age 4 P75 (rough estimate) | 36117 | miles | 2024 | 259 | |
| Age 5 median (rough estimate) | 32146 | miles | 2024 | 410 | |
| Age 5 P25 (rough estimate) | 23267 | miles | 2024 | 410 | |
| Age 5 P75 (rough estimate) | 42145 | miles | 2024 | 410 | |
| Age 6 median (rough estimate) | 38937 | miles | 2024 | 394 | |
| Age 6 P25 (rough estimate) | 26765 | miles | 2024 | 394 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 6 P75 (rough estimate) | 50922 | miles | 2024 | 394 | |
| Age 7 median (rough estimate) | 44682 | miles | 2024 | 430 | |
| Age 7 P25 (rough estimate) | 34013 | miles | 2024 | 430 | |
| Age 7 P75 (rough estimate) | 57823 | miles | 2024 | 430 | |
| Age 8 median | 53550 | miles | 2024 | 613 | |
| Age 8 P25 | 38984 | miles | 2024 | 613 | |
| Age 8 P75 | 68121 | miles | 2024 | 613 | |
| Age 9 median (rough estimate) | 52025 | miles | 2024 | 185 | |
| Age 9 P25 (rough estimate) | 35398 | miles | 2024 | 185 | |
| Age 9 P75 (rough estimate) | 72150 | miles | 2024 | 185 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
At ages 6–9, 8.3% of Lexus RCs with under 40,000 miles failed first time, against 11.0% of those with 70,000 to 100,000 miles (2024, n = 815). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 3–5, <40k miles | 5.5 | % failed first time | 2024 | 529 | |
| Age 3–5, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 155 tests, 95% interval 8.5–19.1%) | 12.9 | % failed first time | 2024 | 155 | |
| Age 6–9, <40k miles | 8.3 | % failed first time | 2024 | 605 | |
| Age 6–9, 40-70k miles | 12 | % failed first time | 2024 | 756 | |
| Age 6–9, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 210 tests, 95% interval 7.4–15.9%) | 11 | % failed first time | 2024 | 210 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
1.1% of Lexus RCs tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 0.1% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 118).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100,000 miles (rough estimate: 118 tests, 95% interval 0.9–1.3%) | 1.1 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 118 | |
| 150,000 miles (rough estimate: 11 tests, 95% interval 0.1–0.2%) | 0.1 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 11 | |
| 200,000 miles (rough estimate: 2 tests, 95% interval 0.0–0.1%) | 0.0 | % of tested cars | 2024 | 2 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Lexus RC index is 67.0, against 61.6 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 2,333).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age and mileage adjusted index | 67 | index | 61.6 | 2019–2024 | 2333 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
All Lexus RCs tested were hybrid: 10.1% failed first time (2024, n = 2,001).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 10.1 | % fail first time | other fuels | 2024 | 2001 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
No Lexus RC engine band clearly fails less or more for its age: the capacity bands are within 5 index points of each other or their 95% intervals overlap (2024, n = 2,333).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol over 2.0 litre (rough estimate: 1,277 tests, 95% interval 80.4–111.7) | 94.9 | index vs model norm | 100 = model average | 2024 | 1277 |
| Petrol 1.8–2.0 litre (rough estimate: 576 tests, 95% interval 88.7–138.4) | 111.2 | index vs model norm | 100 = model average | 2024 | 576 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Lexus RC fails first-time MOTs most in Cleveland (TS): 22.0% against 10.8% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 177).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland (TS) (rough estimate: 177 tests, 95% interval 16.6–28.7%) | 22.0 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 177 |
| Exeter (EX) (rough estimate: 117 tests, 95% interval 12.8–26.8%) | 18.8 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 117 |
| Lincoln (LN) (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 12.4–25.7%) | 18.1 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 127 |
| Leeds (LS) (rough estimate: 194 tests, 95% interval 2.5–8.6%) | 4.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 194 |
| Cardiff (CF) (rough estimate: 244 tests, 95% interval 3.1–8.9%) | 5.3 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 244 |
| Ilford (IG) (rough estimate: 162 tests, 95% interval 3.0–10.2%) | 5.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 162 |
| Bristol (BS) (rough estimate: 165 tests, 95% interval 11.0–22.1%) | 15.8 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 165 |
| Guildford (GU) (rough estimate: 203 tests, 95% interval 11.0–20.9%) | 15.3 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 203 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London NW (NW) (rough estimate: 237 tests, 95% interval 10.8–19.8%) | 14.8 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 237 |
| Gloucester (GL) (rough estimate: 177 tests, 95% interval 9.7–20.0%) | 14.1 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 177 |
| Bolton (BL) (rough estimate: 259 tests, 95% interval 10.2–18.6%) | 13.9 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 259 |
| Southampton (SO) (rough estimate: 405 tests, 95% interval 10.8–17.5%) | 13.8 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 405 |
| Cambridge (CB) (rough estimate: 143 tests, 95% interval 8.1–19.0%) | 12.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 143 |
| St Albans (AL) (rough estimate: 226 tests, 95% interval 8.7–17.3%) | 12.4 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 226 |
| Stockport (SK) (rough estimate: 238 tests, 95% interval 8.6–16.9%) | 12.2 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 238 |
| Newcastle (NE) (rough estimate: 151 tests, 95% interval 7.2–17.3%) | 11.3 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 151 |
| Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 265 tests, 95% interval 7.7–15.3%) | 10.9 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 265 |
| Redhill (RH) (rough estimate: 167 tests, 95% interval 6.9–16.4%) | 10.8 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 167 |
| Sheffield (S) (rough estimate: 186 tests, 95% interval 7.1–16.0%) | 10.8 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 186 |
| Ipswich (IP) (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 6.5–17.1%) | 10.7 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 131 |
| Reading (RG) (rough estimate: 245 tests, 95% interval 7.3–15.1%) | 10.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 245 |
| Hull (HU) (rough estimate: 189 tests, 95% interval 7.0–15.8%) | 10.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 189 |
| Stoke-on-Trent (ST) (rough estimate: 232 tests, 95% interval 7.0–14.9%) | 10.3 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 232 |
| Bournemouth (BH) (rough estimate: 145 tests, 95% interval 6.4–16.4%) | 10.3 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 145 |
| Glasgow (G) (rough estimate: 263 tests, 95% interval 7.2–14.5%) | 10.3 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 263 |
| Twickenham (TW) (rough estimate: 186 tests, 95% interval 6.6–15.4%) | 10.2 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 186 |
| Milton Keynes (MK) (rough estimate: 235 tests, 95% interval 7.0–14.7%) | 10.2 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 235 |
| Derby (DE) (rough estimate: 227 tests, 95% interval 6.8–14.7%) | 10.1 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 227 |
| Tonbridge (TN) (rough estimate: 156 tests, 95% interval 5.9–15.3%) | 9.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 156 |
| Swindon (SN) (rough estimate: 126 tests, 95% interval 5.5–15.9%) | 9.5 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 126 |
| Coventry (CV) (rough estimate: 220 tests, 95% interval 5.6–13.1%) | 8.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 220 |
| Chester (CH) (rough estimate: 222 tests, 95% interval 5.5–13.0%) | 8.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 222 |
| Wolverhampton (WV) (rough estimate: 154 tests, 95% interval 4.5–13.1%) | 7.8 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 154 |
| Dartford (DA) (rough estimate: 147 tests, 95% interval 4.2–12.9%) | 7.5 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 147 |
| Preston (PR) (rough estimate: 108 tests, 95% interval 3.8–13.9%) | 7.4 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 108 |
| Nottingham (NG) (rough estimate: 326 tests, 95% interval 5.0–10.7%) | 7.4 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 326 |
| Birmingham (B) (rough estimate: 370 tests, 95% interval 4.8–10.1%) | 7.0 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 370 |
| Liverpool (L) (rough estimate: 183 tests, 95% interval 3.8–11.1%) | 6.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 183 |
| Edinburgh (EH) (rough estimate: 214 tests, 95% interval 3.2–9.5%) | 5.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 214 |
| Croydon (CR) (rough estimate: 162 tests, 95% interval 3.0–10.2%) | 5.6 | % fail first time | 9.7 | 2024 | 162 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
All Lexus RCs tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).
Computed, not measured.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Likely compliant | 100 | % estimate | 2024 | 2333 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of failed Lexus RC MOTs, 39.5% were retested the same day and a further 58.8% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 831).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Same-day retest | 39.5 | % | failed initial tests | 2019–2024 | 831 |
| Retest within 10 days | 58.8 | % | failed initial tests | 2019–2024 | 831 |
| Clean MOT streak | 58.9 | % | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 2059 |
| Repeat advisory | 10.8 | % | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 2059 |
| Decreasing odometer | 0.6 | % mileage anomaly | observed chains | 2019–2024 | 2316 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Lexus RCs aged 5 to 5 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 7.7% of tests, against 12.5% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 609).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-use first-time failure | 7.7 | % | 12.5 | 2019–2024 | 609 |
| Low-use gap | -4.8 | percentage points | 8–12k miles | 2019–2024 | 609 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Lexus RCs aged 5 are forecast to keep taking MOTs for at least 2.3 more years; the survival curve is observed only until age 8, so the true figure is likely higher.
Computed, not measured.
Forecast, not a prediction for a particular car.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 5 (at least; observed only until age 8) | 2.3 | years forecast | survival forecast | 0 | |
| Age 8 (at least; observed only until age 8) | 0.5 | years forecast | survival forecast | 0 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: survival forecast · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
In 2024, for every 100 Lexus RCs tested at ages 4 to 6, about 40 were tested at age 8 (2024, n = 806).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 3 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 2329 | |
| Age 4 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 2363 | |
| Age 5 (at least as many as at ages 4–6) | 100 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 2093 | |
| Age 6 | 81.7 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 1669 | |
| Age 7 | 61.9 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 1264 | |
| Age 8 | 39.5 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 806 | |
| Age 9 (rough estimate: 190 tests, 95% interval 2.9–9.4%) | 9.3 | % of age 4–6 baseline | 2024 | 190 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
16.1% of Lexus RCs that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 10.9% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 273).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Repeat after fail | 16.1 | % | 10.9 | 2019–2024 | 273 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
On Lexus RCs, brakes and tyres failures turn up together 4.4 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 38).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 38 tests, 95% interval 3.1–6.0) | 4.4 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 38 |
| Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 74 tests, 95% interval 2.9–4.6) | 3.7 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 74 |
| Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 20 tests, 95% interval 2.2–5.5) | 3.5 | lift | expected joint rate | 2024 | 20 |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 15 | tests with both | 2024 | 15 | |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 11 | tests with both | 2024 | 11 | |
| Suspension + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 8 | tests with both | 2024 | 8 | |
| Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 7 | tests with both | 2024 | 7 | |
| Brakes + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 6 | tests with both | 2024 | 6 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier) | 5 | tests with both | 2024 | 5 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
DVSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns matched to the Lexus RC; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVSA recall campaigns matched | 2 | campaigns | DVSA register | DVSA register | 2333 |
Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Of every 100 Lexus RCs tested at age 5, about 7 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 9, about 5 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 4 (rough estimate: 259 tests, 95% interval 4.8–11.2%) | 7.3 | % fail first time | 2024 | 259 | |
| Age 5 (rough estimate: 410 tests, 95% interval 5.0–10.0%) | 7.1 | % fail first time | 2024 | 410 | |
| Age 6 (rough estimate: 394 tests, 95% interval 6.9–12.7%) | 9.4 | % fail first time | 2024 | 394 | |
| Age 7 (rough estimate: 430 tests, 95% interval 10.6–17.0%) | 13.5 | % fail first time | 2024 | 430 | |
| Age 8 (rough estimate: 613 tests, 95% interval 8.8–13.8%) | 11.1 | % fail first time | 2024 | 613 | |
| Age 9 (rough estimate: 185 tests, 95% interval 3.0–9.7%) | 5.4 | % fail first time | 2024 | 185 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
NHTSA lists 532 US technical service bulletins for the Lexus RC (US market, Lexus RC and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only); a count, not a UK failure rate.
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US service bulletins | 532 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2011 | 1 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2014 | 47 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2015 | 63 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2016 | 73 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2017 | 51 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2018 | 56 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2019 | 76 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 2020 | 60 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2021 | 34 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2022 | 31 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2023 | 9 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2024 | 19 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2025 | 10 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
| Year 2026 | 2 | bulletins | NHTSA | NHTSA | 2333 |
Source: NHTSA, US market, Lexus RC and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
The most common US owner complaint about the Lexus RC to NHTSA concerns lamps & electrical: 5 complaints (US market, Lexus RC and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & electrical | 5 | complaints | NHTSA + 2024 | 5 | |
| Brakes | 4 | complaints | NHTSA + 2024 | 4 | |
| Body & structure | 2 | complaints | NHTSA + 2024 | 2 | |
| Visibility | 2 | complaints | NHTSA + 2024 | 2 | |
| Tyres | 1 | complaints | NHTSA + 2024 | 1 | |
| Engine (not MOT-tested) | 1 | complaints | NHTSA + 2024 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA, US market, Lexus RC and its variants, model years 2015–2022 only; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA + 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
Lexus RCs fail first time most in November (13.5%, against 30.6% for all cars that month) and least in August (8.1%) (2024, n = 2,333).
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.4 | % fail first time | 31.1 | 2024 | 759 |
| February | 9.4 | % fail first time | 30.0 | 2024 | 879 |
| March | 11.3 | % fail first time | 28.3 | 2024 | 1298 |
| April | 12.9 | % fail first time | 29.8 | 2024 | 574 |
| May | 9.2 | % fail first time | 28.8 | 2024 | 782 |
| June | 9.4 | % fail first time | 28.1 | 2024 | 989 |
| July | 9.7 | % fail first time | 29.3 | 2024 | 781 |
| August | 8.1 | % fail first time | 29.2 | 2024 | 937 |
| Measure | Value | Unit | Compared with | Years | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 10.8 | % fail first time | 28.2 | 2024 | 1298 |
| October | 12.1 | % fail first time | 30.3 | 2024 | 931 |
| November | 13.5 | % fail first time | 30.6 | 2024 | 866 |
| December | 13.1 | % fail first time | 29.3 | 2024 | 686 |
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 2,333 initial Lexus RC tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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no match in the other-country inspection register. 2,333 initial Lexus RC tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 2,333 initial Lexus RC tests are in the published model cohort.
Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 2,333 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV
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MOT Risk Index (2026). Lexus RC MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/lexus-rc/
How the MOT Risk Index and every figure on this page are calculated: methodology.
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90.3% of first attempts passed in 2024 (2,333 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.
Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 2,333 primary tests: 9.69% failed first time and 92.1% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 50.1 is shown separately.