2019 Lexus Ux — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 14,076 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Lexus Ux, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 96.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.0% | 426 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.7% | 242 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.1% | 158 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.4% | 51 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.1% | 17 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 14 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 251 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 192 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 110 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 58 |
| 5 | Washers | 36 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 34 |
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 | 19.6% | 2,755 |
| 2 | Other defects | 3.9% | 542 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.7% | 377 |
| 4 | Brakes | 2.7% | 375 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.5% | 75 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.1% | 15 |
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 | 7,274 | 2.4% |
| 30-60k | 5,339 | 5.2% |
| 60-90k | 1,219 | 6.2% |
| 90-120k | 204 | 7.8% |
| 120-150k | 33 | 0.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3,542 | 2.7% |
| 2023 | 3,562 | 3.5% |
| 2024 | 3,477 | 4.6% |
| 2025 | 3,482 | 4.7% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Ux
Before buying a 2019 Lexus Ux, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.0% 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 (1.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 2019 Lexus Uxs pass their MOT?
96.1% of the 14,076 2019 Lexus Ux MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Lexus Ux?
Tyres, recorded in 3.0% of tests, followed by visibility (1.7%).
Does the 2019 Ux get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.4% in the 0-30k band to 0.0% in the 120-150k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 14,076 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.