2019 Lexus Es — MOT failures & pass rate
3,933 MOT tests on the 2019 Lexus Es are in this dataset, and 95.3% of them passed. Against all cars of a similar age (10.0% fail rate), the 2019 Es comes out 5.3pp better. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.9%) and visibility (1.1%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, wipers and tread depth — headlamp aim alone was recorded 49 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2019 Es fails 3.8% of the time in the 0-30k band and 4.5% at 150k+, a spread of only 0.7 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 19.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 0.0% of tests failed in 2021 against 4.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 152 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.1% | 42 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 41 |
| 4 | Suspension | 0.4% | 16 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.4% | 14 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 49 |
| 2 | Wipers | 47 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 40 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 11 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 10 |
| 6 | Washers | 9 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 19.1% | 751 |
| 2 | Brakes | 3.6% | 143 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.4% | 134 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 114 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.2% | 46 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 15 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,468 | 3.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,539 | 5.4% |
| 60-90k | 587 | 4.3% |
| 90-120k | 195 | 5.6% |
| 120-150k | 100 | 8.0% |
| 150k+ | 44 | 4.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 57 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | 1,055 | 5.5% |
| 2023 | 1,014 | 4.8% |
| 2024 | 916 | 4.4% |
| 2025 | 891 | 4.3% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Es
On a 2019 Es, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 3.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (3.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (1.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (1.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Lexus Ess pass their MOT?
95.3% of the 3,933 2019 Lexus Es MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Lexus Es?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.1%).
Does the 2019 Es get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.8% in the 0-30k band to 4.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,933 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.