2013 Lexus Rx 450H Premier Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,593 MOT tests analysed for the 2013 Lexus Rx 450H Premier Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 91.5% was above the average for cars of a similar age (80.9%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 15.4% in the 150k+ group versus 0.0% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.5% | 55 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 3.2% | 51 |
| 3 | Suspension | 3.0% | 48 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.0% | 32 |
| 5 | Visibility | 1.6% | 25 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.3% | 5 |
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 | 28 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 25 |
| 3 | Wipers | 25 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 23 |
| 5 | Brake pads | 20 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 19.9% | 317 |
| 2 | Tyres | 19.9% | 317 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.1% | 209 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.1% | 82 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.1% | 50 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 28 |
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 | 32 | 0.0% |
| 30-60k | 438 | 8.0% |
| 60-90k | 613 | 7.0% |
| 90-120k | 346 | 9.5% |
| 120-150k | 125 | 14.4% |
| 150k+ | 39 | 15.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 957 | 7.5% |
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 634 | 9.9% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 314 | 7.0% |
| 2022 | 321 | 7.2% |
| 2023 | 324 | 8.3% |
| 2024 | 314 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 320 | 11.6% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Rx 450H Premier Cvt
Before buying a 2013 Lexus Rx 450H Premier Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.5% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.5% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (3.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (3.0% 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 Rx 450H Premier Cvts pass their MOT?
91.5% of the 1,593 2013 Lexus Rx 450H Premier Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Lexus Rx 450H Premier Cvt?
Tyres, recorded in 3.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (3.2%).
Does the 2013 Rx 450H Premier Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 0.0% in the 0-30k band to 15.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,593 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.