2016 Lexus Rx — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 11,680 MOT tests analysed for the 2016 Lexus Rx, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and visibility. Its pass rate of 94.8% was above the average for cars of a similar age (86.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 12.8% in the 150k+ group versus 4.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.5% | 407 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 173 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.3% | 147 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.0% | 122 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 74 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 28 |
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 | 180 |
| 2 | Wipers | 140 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 125 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 84 |
| 5 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 73 |
| 6 | Registration plates | 45 |
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 | 20.4% | 2,380 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.5% | 1,105 |
| 3 | Suspension | 9.1% | 1,068 |
| 4 | Other defects | 4.4% | 519 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.8% | 322 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 37 |
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 | 1,598 | 4.1% |
| 30-60k | 5,704 | 4.4% |
| 60-90k | 3,273 | 6.2% |
| 90-120k | 849 | 6.8% |
| 120-150k | 177 | 7.9% |
| 150k+ | 78 | 12.8% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 11,410 | 5.1% |
| Petrol | 270 | 7.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2,472 | 4.4% |
| 2022 | 2,428 | 4.8% |
| 2023 | 2,361 | 5.3% |
| 2024 | 2,244 | 5.2% |
| 2025 | 2,175 | 6.3% |
What to check before buying a 2016 Rx
Before buying a 2016 Lexus Rx, 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 (1.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Visibility (1.3% 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.
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 Rxs pass their MOT?
94.8% of the 11,680 2016 Lexus Rx MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2016 Lexus Rx?
Tyres, recorded in 3.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (1.5%).
Does the 2016 Rx get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.1% in the 0-30k band to 12.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 11,680 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.