2007 Lexus Rx400 H -L — MOT failures & pass rate
559 MOT tests on the 2007 Lexus Rx400 H -L are in this dataset, and 81.4% of them passed. That is 8.3 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 26.9%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 11.5% of tests against 6.3% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, tread depth and headlamp — position lamp alone was recorded 36 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 7.0% in the 60-90k band and 21.4% in the 150k+ band, a 14.4-point spread — more than double.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 41.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 17.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 21.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 11.5% | 64 |
| 2 | Brakes | 6.3% | 35 |
| 3 | Suspension | 6.3% | 35 |
| 4 | Tyres | 5.0% | 28 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.1% | 12 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 10 |
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 | 36 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 17 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 16 |
| 4 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 15 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 12 |
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 | 41.9% | 234 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.5% | 165 |
| 3 | Brakes | 24.3% | 136 |
| 4 | Other defects | 10.4% | 58 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 9.5% | 53 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 8.2% | 46 |
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 | 43 | 7.0% |
| 90-120k | 120 | 15.8% |
| 120-150k | 187 | 21.4% |
| 150k+ | 182 | 21.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 116 | 17.2% |
| 2022 | 116 | 18.1% |
| 2023 | 114 | 14.9% |
| 2024 | 111 | 21.6% |
| 2025 | 102 | 21.6% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Rx400 H -L
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 11.5% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (11.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (6.3% 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 (6.3% 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 -Ls pass their MOT?
81.4% of the 559 2007 Lexus Rx400 H -L MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 18.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Lexus Rx400 H -L?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 11.5% of tests, followed by brakes (6.3%).
Does the 2007 Rx400 H -L get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.0% in the 60-90k band to 21.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 559 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.