2016 Lexus Rc — MOT failures & pass rate
3,428 MOT tests on the 2016 Lexus Rc are in this dataset, and 91.3% of them passed. That is 5.8 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 14.5%. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 5.7% of all tests — 3.3 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, tread depth and brake pads — wipers alone was recorded 92 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 4.3% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 15.6% once past 120-150k — 3.6× the risk.
Split by fuel, hybrid examples fail 2.1pp more often than petrol ones (9.0% vs 6.9%) — worth weighing if you have a choice.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 25.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.7% | 195 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.4% | 82 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.1% | 72 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.9% | 67 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.3% | 11 |
| 6 | Suspension | 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 | Wipers | 92 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 64 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 41 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 35 |
| 5 | Headlamp cleaning device | 27 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 19 |
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 | 25.1% | 859 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.1% | 346 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.1% | 106 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.7% | 93 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.0% | 34 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 12 |
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 | 647 | 4.3% |
| 30-60k | 1,837 | 9.0% |
| 60-90k | 750 | 11.1% |
| 90-120k | 138 | 9.4% |
| 120-150k | 45 | 15.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 2,865 | 9.0% |
| Petrol | 563 | 6.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 702 | 8.4% |
| 2022 | 689 | 7.4% |
| 2023 | 692 | 9.7% |
| 2024 | 662 | 8.2% |
| 2025 | 683 | 9.7% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Rc
On a 2016 Rc, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 5.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (5.7% 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 (2.4% 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 (2.1% 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 2016 Lexus Rcs pass their MOT?
91.3% of the 3,428 2016 Lexus Rc MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Lexus Rc?
Tyres, recorded in 5.7% of tests, followed by visibility (2.4%).
Does the 2016 Rc get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.3% in the 0-30k band to 15.6% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,428 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.