2015 Lexus Rc — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,019 MOT tests analysed for the 2015 Lexus Rc, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 92.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (84.3%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.1% | 52 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.3% | 23 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.8% | 18 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 17 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.3% | 3 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 20 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 15 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 14 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 8 |
| 5 | Washers | 7 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 5 |
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 | 18.4% | 187 |
| 2 | Brakes | 13.5% | 138 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.3% | 34 |
| 4 | Other defects | 2.4% | 24 |
| 5 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 4 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 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 | 221 | 5.4% |
| 30-60k | 465 | 8.0% |
| 60-90k | 259 | 6.6% |
| 90-120k | 61 | 9.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 781 | 6.7% |
| Hybrid | 238 | 9.2% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 205 | 6.3% |
| 2022 | 218 | 8.3% |
| 2023 | 210 | 11.9% |
| 2024 | 190 | 3.7% |
| 2025 | 196 | 5.6% |
What to check before buying a 2015 Rc
Before buying a 2015 Lexus Rc, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.1% 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 (2.3% 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.
- Brakes (1.8% 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.
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 2015 Lexus Rcs pass their MOT?
92.7% of the 1,019 2015 Lexus Rc MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2015 Lexus Rc?
Tyres, recorded in 5.1% of tests, followed by visibility (2.3%).
Does the 2015 Rc get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.4% in the 0-30k band to 9.8% in the 90-120k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,019 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.