2007 Lexus Rx400 H Cvt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 843 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Lexus Rx400 H Cvt, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 81.6% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.6%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 12.2% | 103 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.4% | 71 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.8% | 57 |
| 4 | Tyres | 3.8% | 32 |
| 5 | Visibility | 3.3% | 28 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.0% | 17 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 57 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 34 |
| 3 | Rbt (sp) | 30 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 27 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 24 |
| 6 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 21 |
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 | 43.2% | 364 |
| 2 | Tyres | 26.2% | 221 |
| 3 | Brakes | 26.1% | 220 |
| 4 | Other defects | 14.3% | 121 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.1% | 102 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 10.3% | 87 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 88 | 19.3% |
| 90-120k | 206 | 17.5% |
| 120-150k | 232 | 16.0% |
| 150k+ | 288 | 21.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Hybrid | 389 | 17.5% |
| HYBRID ELECTRIC (CLEAN) | 328 | 21.3% |
| Petrol | 51 | 17.6% |
| Electric | 39 | 10.3% |
| Other | 34 | 11.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 174 | 15.5% |
| 2022 | 177 | 18.6% |
| 2023 | 164 | 15.2% |
| 2024 | 176 | 23.9% |
| 2025 | 152 | 18.4% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Rx400 H Cvt
Before buying a 2007 Lexus Rx400 H Cvt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 12.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (12.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (8.4% 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 (6.8% 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 2007 Lexus Rx400 H Cvts pass their MOT?
81.6% of the 843 2007 Lexus Rx400 H Cvt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Lexus Rx400 H Cvt?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 12.2% of tests, followed by brakes (8.4%).
Does the 2007 Rx400 H Cvt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.3% in the 60-90k band to 21.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 843 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.