2013 Lexus Ls — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 334 MOT tests, the 2013 Lexus Ls recorded a 92.2% pass rate. That is 12.4 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 20.1%. Failures cluster in tyres, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (3.0%) and brakes (2.4%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are shock absorbers, brake pads and tread depth — shock absorbers alone was recorded 4 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 0.0% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 13.6% once past 90-120k — 136.4× the risk.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 18.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 3.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 5.9% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.0% | 10 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.4% | 8 |
| 3 | Suspension | 2.1% | 7 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 4 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.9% | 3 |
| 6 | Steering | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shock absorbers | 4 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 4 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 3 |
| 4 | Wipers | 3 |
| 5 | Ball joint dust cover | 3 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 3 |
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 | 18.9% | 63 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.6% | 42 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.9% | 23 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.6% | 12 |
| 5 | Other defects | 1.5% | 5 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.9% | 3 |
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 | 36 | 0.0% |
| 30-60k | 105 | 5.7% |
| 60-90k | 80 | 10.0% |
| 90-120k | 66 | 13.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 193 | 9.3% |
| Hybrid | 141 | 5.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 65 | 3.1% |
| 2022 | 68 | 10.3% |
| 2023 | 62 | 4.8% |
| 2024 | 71 | 14.1% |
| 2025 | 68 | 5.9% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Ls
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 3.0% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (3.0% 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.
- Brakes (2.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (2.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 2013 Lexus Lss pass their MOT?
92.2% of the 334 2013 Lexus Ls MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Lexus Ls?
Tyres, recorded in 3.0% of tests, followed by brakes (2.4%).
Does the 2013 Ls get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 0.0% in the 0-30k band to 13.6% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 334 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.